Ouessant sheep raised mainly for wool production. The breed is originated from the island of Ouessant off the coast of Brittany, France. One of the smallest breeds of sheep in the world also called Breton Dwarf. One of the Northern European short-tailed sheep breeds.
Ouessant sheep breed information
Ouessant sheep are small-sized breed which is black or brown in color and sometimes white.
A short-tailed breed that can survive even in harsh conditions of the island.
The adult Ouessant rams have large horns and ewes are polled.
Rams of Ouessant sheep are 49 cm tall at withers and ewes are about 45 cm at withers.
The sheep are also used to Landscape management in cities.
Ouessant sheep have high-quality fleece, with long wool and a very dense undercoat, enabling them to cope with extreme cold
Ouessant sheep are not prolific breed, twins are very rare. The birth weight of lamb is under 1 kg.
Ouessant sheep are easy to keep and tame because they have a very calm temperament and pleasant character.
Things to know
Ouessant sheep is one of the rare breeds which is on their home island since the 20th century but now it has spread to Germany, France, Great Britain, and even California.
A suitable domestic sheep which is very small and even require very less pasture.
Ouessant sheep characteristics
| Breed Name | Ouessant sheep |
| Other Name | Ushant, Breton Dwarf |
| Country/Place of Origin | France |
| Breed Purposeamerica | wool |
| Breed Size | Small |
| Weight Ram(Male) | 30 kg (66 lb) |
| Ewe(Female) | 25 kg (55 lb) |
| Kidding | single |
| Good for Stall Fed | open grazing |
| Climate Tolerance | local conditions |
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