Merino Breed
Merino sheep are wool sheep breed.
Merino breed. They are well adapted to almost all climates and they are excellent forager. It was particularly well adapted to semiarid climates and to nomadic pasturing. It was known as early as the 12th century and may have been a moorish importation.
They are raised primarily for wool production. The breed has become prominent in many countries worldwide. It was instrumental in.
The breed originated in spain and was later imported to australia and new zealand where it was domesticated for the first time. The merino is one of the most historically relevant and economically influential breeds of sheep much prized for its wool. But they are also good for meat production.
Merino breed of fine wool sheep originating in spain. The merino sheep are strong and hardy animals. Since the 12th century this highly prized breed had been popular due to its high quality wool.