The Cikta is a breed of domestic sheep from Hungary. In the 18th century, this breed was brought to Hungary by German settlers. This breed grows wool but is primarily raised for meat.[1] The Cikta belong in the Mountain Group of sheep breeds.[2]
The Cikta is white (unicolored). Rams have horns and ewes are polled (hornless). Typically, horns are small or knob-like. Generally, this breed is adaptable to extreme climates.[2] The ears are erect.[1]
At maturity, rams weigh 37kg (82lb) and ewes weigh 45kg (99lb). At the withers, rams grow to 55cm (22inches) and ewes to 47cm (19inches). Ewes have an average 1.1 lambs per litter.[1]