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Country

Specie

ISO3
IND
Description
INDIA_SHEEP_0111_DECCANI_14021
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Adaptability to specific environment
The breed is well adapted to harsh conditions.
Reference for special qualities
A12-90: Devendra C. and McLeroy G.B., 1982. Goat and Sheep production in the Tropics. Longman, London, UK.
Color comments
uni coloured: black, brown, white <br>multi coloured: black and white pied
Number of horns males
0
Number of horns females
0
Wither height males
67
Wither height females
64
Weight males
38.48
Weight females
28.58
Other specific visible traits
short tail, similar to Bellary
Domestication status
feral
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
evolved from an archaic or primitive stock
Location within country
central Maharashtra, North-eastern Karnataka and western Andhra Pradesh
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Not at Risk
Detailed local risk status
Not at Risk