Country
Specie
ISO3
CHN
Language
eng.
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Adaptability to specific environment
The breed is adaptable to mild and humid climates.
Specific resistance or tolerance
This breed is reported to be resistant to foot rot caused by Bacteroides (Fusiformis) nodosus.
Specific reproductive characteristic
This breed is highly prolific and has a long breeding season.
Special characteristic of product
A fast growth rate is reported for this breed.
Reference for special qualities
Yan Yunqing; Zhongguo Yangyang (1986), no 1; (3.7.1 and 3.7.2) The prelimenary study on performance of fertility in Small-tailed Han Sheep; Some suggestions and selection status in Small-tailed Han Sheep. Wang Jingyuan; Zhongguo Yangyang (1989), no.2
Color comments
uni coloured: white
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Horn shape size and comments
males: spiral shaped females: small horns
Wither height males
76
Wither height females
69
Weight males
94.00
Weight females
49.00
Other specific visible traits
average tail length 19-23 cm, short fat tail sheep.
Herdbook
y
Herdbook established
1987
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
variety of Han, indigenous breed
Location within country
North-east, South, East of Heibei province; West-east of Shandong province; North of Anhui province; North of Jiangsu province.
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
