Sheep and Goat Terminology

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Scientific Name for Sheep

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Ovine

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Mature Male Sheep

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Ram

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Gestation Period for Sheep

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145 Days

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Scientific Name for Goat

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Caprine

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Mature Male Goat

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Buck

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Mature Female Goat

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Doe

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Altered Male Goat

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Wether

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Newborn Goat

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Kid

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Group of Goats

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Herd

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Rambouillet sheep are classified as having fine wool.

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Fine wool is a type of wool that is soft and has a high crimp, making it suitable for high-quality textiles.