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  1. Sheep - Wikipedia

    Sheep (pl.: sheep) or domestic sheep (Ovis aries) are a domesticated, ruminant mammal typically kept as livestock. Although the term sheep can apply to other species in the genus Ovis, in …

  2. Sheep | Characteristics, Breeds, & Facts | Britannica

    5 days ago · A sheep is a domesticated ruminant (cud-chewing) mammal raised for its meat, milk, and wool. Over 200 breeds exist, and the animals are produced dominantly in countries with …

  3. 15 Amazing Sheep Facts | World Animal Protection

    Jun 6, 2025 · Sheep are more intelligent and emotional than you might guess. Read these amazing facts about sheep to learn more about these incredible farm animals.

  4. 25 Types of Sheep: Breeds, Traits, and Farming Uses

    Jul 30, 2025 · In this comprehensive guide, you’ll explore 25 different sheep breeds from around the world. Each section highlights the breed’s physical traits, natural habitat, wool or meat …

  5. Sheep - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts

    Everything you should know about the Sheep. The Sheep is a family of domesticated mammals commonly kept on farms, and as pets.

  6. 34 Common Sheep Breeds (A to Z List +Pictures) - Fauna Facts

    Examples of common sheep breeds include Bannur Sheep, Barbados Black Belly, Cheviot Sheep, Columbia Sheep, and Corriedale Sheep. There are numerous breeds of sheep, and …

  7. What Is a Sheep? Its Biology, Behavior, and Uses

    4 days ago · Domestic sheep (Ovis aries) are one of the most widespread and anciently domesticated livestock species. This ruminant herbivore has sustained human populations for …

  8. Ten Things You Didn’t Know About Sheep - farmsanctuary.org

    May 20, 2025 · Hundreds of millions of sheep are farmed each year, but how much do you know about these intelligent and social animals?

  9. Sheep - Animal Streets

    Discover the sheep (Ovis aries), a vital domesticated animal known for its wool, meat, milk, intelligence, and deep cultural and agricultural roots.

  10. Sheep 201: Behavior

    Sheep are best known for their strong flocking (herding) and following instinct. They will run from what frightens them and band together in large groups for protection. This is the only …