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Ganjam Sheep Breed of Odisha – Characteristics, Origin & Meat Production

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Ganjam Sheep Breed of Odisha – Characteristics

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Ganjam Sheep Information

Conservation StatusNot specified (Population: 87,597 in 2013)
Scientific Classification
  • Domain: Eukaryota
  • Kingdom: Animalia
  • Phylum: Chordata
  • Class: Mammalia
  • Order: Artiodactyla
  • Family: Bovidae
  • Genus: Ovis
  • Species: Ovis aries
Breed TypeMeat-purpose breed
Alternate NamesNone recorded
OriginOdisha, India
Breeding Tract
  • Primary: Ganjam district
  • Other Districts: Koraput, Phulbani, Puri
Geographical Range
  • Longitude: 84°50′ to 85°50′ E
  • Latitude: 19°00′ to 19°50′ N
Main UsesMeat production
Physical Traits
  • Color: Brown to dark tan coat, may have white spots
  • Horns: Present in males (2 horns)
  • Size: Medium-sized
  • Ears: Medium-sized (13 cm), drooping
  • Head: Slightly convex nose line
  • Coat: Hairy and short (not woolly)
Morphology (Male Avg.)
  • Height: 66.41 cm
  • Body Length: 60.42 cm
  • Heart Girth: 70.18 cm
  • Weight: 24.18 kg
Performance
  • Litter Size: 1 lamb
  • Other performance data not available
Management
  • System: Extensive
  • Mobility: Stationary
  • Feeding: Grazing-based
Population
  • 2013: 87,597 (Govt. of India Survey)
The Rajasthan Express: Ganjam Sheep Breed Details
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Discover the Ganjam sheep, a hardy meat breed native to Odisha’s Ganjam, Koraput, Phulbani, and Puri districts. Learn about its morphology, adaptability, and population status.​

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