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Sheep Breeds

Explore the breeds traded on SheepSouq — from prized local Najdi and Naemi to international Dorper and Merino.

Najdi

The pride of the Najd plateau — tall, black-faced with lustrous wool. Prized for size and status.

Origin: Saudi Arabia

Hardy mountain breed from the Harrat regions, valued for tender meat and resilience.

Origin: Saudi Arabia

The region's classic fat-tailed breed — brown-headed, dual-purpose for meat and milk.

Origin: Arabian Peninsula

Fast-growing meat breed with signature black head. Thrives in arid climates.

Origin: South Africa

Large-framed terminal sire breed with black face and legs, famous for growth rate.

Origin: England

The world's premier wool breed — fine fleece and excellent flock instincts.

Origin: Spain / Australia

Low-maintenance hair sheep that sheds naturally — no shearing required.

Origin: United States

Versatile breed capable of out-of-season lambing, strong mothering ability.

Origin: England

Heavily muscled European breed setting the standard for lean carcass quality.

Origin: Netherlands