Devon Longwoolled

The Devon Longwoolled (Devon Longwool) is a breed of domestic sheep from the United Kingdom. The breed is raised for meat and its long wool.[1] They were developed by crossing Leicester Longwool with Southam Nott and Bampton Nott.[2]

Devon Longwool sheep at Heronslake, Devon

Characteristics

Both sexes are polled (hornless).[1] The wool is used in rugs and carpet.[2]

References

  1. "Devon Longwoolled". Oklahoma State University, Dept. of Animal Science. Archived from the original on 2010-06-06. Retrieved 2010-06-21.
  2. "Devon and Cornwall Longwool". Schoenian, Susan. Retrieved 2010-06-21.


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