Llanwenog sheep are a breed of domestic meat sheep originating in Wales. It was bred in the 19th century from the Llanlvny, Shropshire, Welsh Highland and Woodland Clun breeds.
These animals are native to the Teifi Valley in West Wales. But since then, the breed has spread to other regions.
The total number of purebred Llanwenog sheep has declined in recent years and it is estimated that less than 2015 breeding sheep have been recorded out of 3000.
And the breed appears regularly at agricultural shows in England and Wales. The association of breeds of these animals was created in 1957.
Today, the breed is grown primarily for meat production. However, for more information about this breed of sheep, read below.
Characteristics of Llanwenog sheep
Llanwenog sheep are medium-sized animals with black faces and legs and a tuft of wool on their foreheads.
The wool from these animals is of very good quality with a Bradford number of 56/58 and a fiber length of about 3 inches. Usually rams and sheep are polled, that is, they have no horns.
The average live weight of medium-sized adult lanvenog rams is about 90 kg. And sexually mature sheep weigh an average of about 55 kg. Photos and information from RBST and Wikipedia.
Advantages
Llanwenog sheep are a breed of mutton. It is grown mainly for meat production.
Special Notes
Llanwenog sheep are hardy animals. They are docile in temperament and are known for their extravagance in lambing.
They are easy to handle and have a very calm disposition. They are easy to care for and are well suited for stress-free overwintering when needed.
This has important implications for the health of the animal and its owner. They are generally centenarians and the ewes have very good maternal abilities.
Llanwenog sheep are economical to feed and can be kept in winter. Ewes can be crossed with other breeds if larger carcasses are required.
Lambs grow relatively faster and reach slaughter weight faster. However, see the full breed profile of Llanwenog sheep in the following table.
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| Breed name | Llanvenog |
| another name | everything |
| Purpose of the breed | Meat |
| Special Notes | Very hardy and strong animals, docile in temperament, known for unnecessary lambing, lamb is easy, easy to handle, generally long-lived, sheep have very good mothering abilities, they are economical in feed and can be kept in winter . , can be crossed with other breeds to improve the carcass, lambs grow relatively faster |
| Breed size | medium |
| The weight | From 55 to 90 kg |
| horns | Not |
| climatic tolerance | native climate |
| Color | White |
| scarcity | general |
| Country/place of origin | Wales |
