Country
Specie
ISO3
EGY
Other name
Sohagi
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Adaptability to specific environment
The breed is adapted to hot temperatures.
Specific reproductive characteristic
Ewes cycle all year round and a high twining rate is reported for this breed.
Special characteristic of product
The wool is locally processed for rugs and blankets.
Reference for special qualities
A13-52
Color comments
uni coloured: mostly dark brown, may be cream white or mixed
Number of horns males
0
Number of horns females
0
Wither height males
92
Wither height females
85
Weight males
65.00
Weight females
45.00
Other specific visible traits
long fat tail, long legs, long ears
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
This is the oldest of the Egyptian breeds found in Upper Egypt.
Location within country
Qena (south of Naga Hammadi), Sohage and Aswan Governorates (southern Egypt)and southern parts of Upper Egypt
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
