Llanwenog

Llanwenog

The Llanwenog is a distinctive sheep breed renowned for its adaptability and excellent wool quality, originating from Wales. This breed boasts a striking appearance with a predominantly black face and legs, and a white fleece that is dense and fine, making it particularly desirable for textile production. Llanwenogs are medium-sized sheep known for their robust constitution and ability to thrive in various climatic conditions, which reflects their genetic heritage developed in the challenging environments of West Wales. They exhibit a calm temperament, making them manageable and favored by farmers. Notably, the breed is efficient in converting pasture into body mass, making it an excellent choice for meat production as well. The ewes are prolific and exhibit strong maternal instincts, often resulting in high lambing percentages. The Llanwenog is appreciated not only for its economic value but also for its role in preserving agricultural biodiversity in sheep breeding.

Colors: White with black face and legs

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