Merinolandschaf

The Merinolandschaf or Württemberger is a breed of domestic sheep derived from the Merino. It constitutes about 30% of the sheep population of Germany and is the most common commercial breed. It descends from the Merino sheep first brought to Saxony in 1765.

Merinolandschaf
Merinolandschaf at the Freilichtmuseum of Neuhausen ob Eck
Other namesWürttemberger
Country of originGermany
Traits
Weight
  • Male:
    125–160 kg
  • Female:
    75–90 kg
Wool colorwhite
Face colorwhite
Notes
dual-purpose, meat and wool

In 2018 a population of 15,378 was reported to DAD-IS.

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