Country
Specie
ISO3
ZAF
Transboundary name
Nguni
Other name
Zulu, Swazi
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Regional
Adaptability to specific environment
It is adapted to harsh environmental conditions of KwaZulu-Natal. Adapted to a hot, humid environment; the fat localized in the tail enhance the shedding of heat
Specific resistance or tolerance
It is resistant to diseases and drought, Tolerant of external and internal parasites , Tolerant of tick-borne diseases, Good walking and foraging ability
Specific reproductive characteristic
Fertile with excellent mothering abilities – ewes very protective of their young
Special characteristic of product
Meat: Meat is compact, savoury, flavourful and lean. Fat tail: External fat is mainly located in the tail. Skins: High quality skin.
Color comments
Dark brown either solid or patched with white and brown patched with white. Generally, this breed has a black, brown or reddish brown coat that is sometimes pied.
Number of horns males
0
Number of horns females
0
Wither height males
64.9
Wither height females
61.9
Weight males
39.10
Weight females
33.40
Other specific visible traits
very small or no ears
Herdbook
n
Description of origin
African long-fat-tailed type
Location within country
Northern part of KwaZulu Natal and Gauteng (ARC-Irene)
Local cryo conservation status
Sufficient
Local Risk
At Risk
Detailed local risk status
Critical Maintained
Regional Transboundary Risk (detailed)
Critical
