Churra da Terra Quente

Dairy sheepMeat sheepclinically relevant1 cited sources

Breed facts

Country of origin
Portugal
Clinical relevance
Flagged as a breed with clinical relevance.
As harvested
Churra da Terra Quente, Portugal (Sheep)
Also known as
No other name is recorded.

Definition

Specific uses: Help in preventing desertification in low-density territories. Adaptability: They are animals of great rusticity, adaptability and longevity. Resistance or tolerance: It is a native breed well adapted to the environment, where food availability undergoes great seasonal variations. Comments: These sheep are produced entirely on an extensive basis, using traditional methods both in their management and in the production of their products.