Dorset Down
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dorset-down-276-12264445
title:
Dorset Down
text:
The Dorset Down is a breed of sheep native to the Dorset Downs region of England. It originated in the early 19th century from crosses of local and Hampshire ewes with Southdown rams. The breed is not closely related to the Dorset, which is a white-faced sheep. Dorset Downs are medium-sized, robust sheep with dark faces and short wool. Prior to the importation of Continental breeds like the Texel, the Dorset Down was a popular terminal sire breed in the United Kingdom. Today it is listed as a mi
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description:
Breed of sheep
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorset_Down
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date modified:
2022-10-29T06:33:46Z
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