Lleyn (sheep)

Lleyn (sheep)

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 yield and excellent for white wool.

They are suited to both upland and lowland grazing.

ee also

*Domestic sheep
*Sheep shearing
*Wool

External links

* [http://www.lleynsheep.com Official website of the Lleyn Sheep Society]


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