Gansu Alpine Fine-wool Sheep primarily raised for wool. The breed is developed in Gansu province, China. A cross between Mongolian or Tibetan with Xinjiang Fine-wool and with some fine-wool breeds of Russia resulted in Gansu Alpine Fine-wool sheep.
Gansu Alpine Fine-wool Sheep breed information
Gansu sheep are white in color.
The average weight of Gansu Alpine fine-wool Ram is 70 kg (150 lb) and ewe weighs 45 kg (100 lb).
The height of Ram is 78 cm at withers and ewe is around 65 cm at withers.
The fleece weight is around 4.5 kg with a quality of 20 to 25 microns.
The birth weight of the ram is 4.2 kg and the ewe is 4 kg.
The litter size is 1.3.
The breed is hardy can adjust to the harsh climates of Gansu province.

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Gansu is located at 12000 ft high with annual average temperature to close to 0-degree Celcius – The Gansu sheep are well adapted to this condition.
Brief characteristics of Gansu Alpine Fine-wool Sheep
Breed Name | Gansu Alpine Fine-wool | |
Other Name | ||
Country/Place of Origin | China | |
Breed Purpose | wool | |
Breed Size | medium | |
Weight Ram(Male) | 70 kg (150 lb) | |
Ewe(Female) | 45 kg (100 lb) | |
Kidding | single | |
Good for Stall Fed | open grazing | |
Climate Tolerance | local conditions |
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