Valais Blacknose sheep
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These endearing little sheep are mainly bred for their meat and wool. Their soft white fleece grows quickly and is used in many products, including carpets, mattress stuffing and felting. In their natural home of Switzerland, Valais Blacknose sheep graze in the mountains on stony pastures. They have a very friendly and playful nature, so are a firm favourite in the Pet’s Farm here at Blairdrummond.
Conservation status | Not evaluated
Fact Sheet
Scientific name
Ovis aries
Family
Bovidae
Order
Artiodactyla
Lifespan
10 to 20 years when kept as pets