Southdown Sheep
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| Scientific name | Ovis aries |
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| Rank | Breed |
| Higher classification | Animal |
| Did you know | The American Southdown Breeders Association was formed in 1882. |
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| ID | 1244724 |
About Southdown Sheep
Not to be confused with the Olde English 'Babydoll' Southdown sheep. The Southdown is a small, dual-purpose English sheep, raised primarily for meat. The Southdown breed was originally bred by John Ellman of Glynde, near Lewes, East Sussex, about 200 years ago.
Southdown sheep Photos
