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Deutsches Bergschaf

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The Deutsches Bergschaf (Weißes Bergschaf, White Mountain, Deutsches Weisses Bergschaf) is a breed of domestic sheep native to Germany. The breed was developed by breeding local sheep with Bergamasca and Tyrol Mountain breeds.[1]

Characteristics

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It is a dual-purpose (meat, wool) breed,[2] with coarse to medium wool and is polled (hornless).[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "German Mountain". Oklahoma State University, Dept. of Animal Science. Archived from the original on 2010-06-06. Retrieved 2010-06-21.
  2. ^ "White Mountain". Schoenian, Susan. Retrieved 2010-06-21.