Lleyn sheep explained

Lleyn sheep are a breed of sheep from the Llŷn peninsula ('Lleyn'), in Gwynedd, north-west Wales.

They are bred for prolificacy, good mothering, quiet in nature, high milk and excellent for white wool. They are suited to both upland and lowland grazing.[1]

This breed is raised primarily for meat.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: The Breed . Lleyn Sheep Society . 2009-01-10 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20080921100436/http://www.lleynsheep.com/breed.htm . September 21, 2008 .
  2. Web site: Lleyn/United Kingdom. Breed Data Sheet. Domestic Animal Diversity Information System. 2009-09-01.

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