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One of the oldest breeds of sheep, the '''Jacob sheep''' or the '''four-horned sheep''' (Ovis aries) is a popular domestic [[File:Jacob_sheep.jpg|thumb|278px|At the [[Cincinnati Zoo]] in the Children's Zoo.]]animal in England. Its soft, fine fleece is spun into wool for making hats, scarves and blankets.
   
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*Where to see them: Domesticated from Britain
One of the oldest breeds of sheep, the '''Jacob sheep''' or the '''four-horned sheep''' (Ovis aries) is a popular domestic [[File:Jacob_sheep.jpg|thumb|278px|At the [[Cincinnati Zoo]] in the Children's Zoo.]]animal in England. Its soft, fine fleece is spun into wool for making hats, scarves and blankets. '''Facts'''*Where to see them: Domesticated from Britain
 
 
*Height: 2.5 ft
 
*Height: 2.5 ft
 
*Weight: 140 to 200 lbs
 
*Weight: 140 to 200 lbs

Latest revision as of 03:59, 26 March 2012

One of the oldest breeds of sheep, the Jacob sheep or the four-horned sheep (Ovis aries) is a popular domestic

Jacob sheep

At the Cincinnati Zoo in the Children's Zoo.

animal in England. Its soft, fine fleece is spun into wool for making hats, scarves and blankets.

Facts[]

  • Where to see them: Domesticated from Britain
  • Height: 2.5 ft
  • Weight: 140 to 200 lbs
  • Lifespan: 10 to 12 yrs
  • Diet: Grass, such as alfalfa and hay