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Shetland Sheep
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Range: Shetland Islands
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Habitat: Pastures
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Diet: Grasses, herbs, leaves, hay
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Fun Facts:
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  • In a single year, their fleece may grow up to 10 inches long.
  • Shetlands are the smallest of the northern sheep breeds. Ewes weigh between 75-95 pounds, rams weigh 125-145 pounds
  • Rams have horns and ewes are naturally polled.

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