The Coburg Fox Sheep’s unique colouring earned its beautiful wool the title of “golden fleece”. These days, Coburg Fox Sheep are rarely kept as farm animals and are facing extinction.
Characteristics
Origin
North Bavaria
Diet
Herbs , grass, hay, leaves, cereals
Size
60 to 80 cm
Weight
55 to 90 kg
Gestation period
approx. 5 months
Achievable age
10 to 12 years
Status
The Coburg Fox Sheep is considered an endangered breed of livestock.
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