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Large sized animals with well-built body distributed
in Sangrur, Barnala, Ludhiana, Moga
and adjoining districts in Punjab. Kajali
sheep has two types /colour variants: Black (Kali) and White (Chitti) Kajali. Black Kajali have complete black or
black-brown or brown body. White Kajali have complete white coat with black or
dark brown circle/patch around the eyes, and in face and ears. These sheep have
roman nose, long and pendulous ears, and long tail touching the ground (about
55cm).
Primarily reared for mutton production. Average adult weight is about 57 kg in
males and 43 kg in females. It produces white or black/brown coloured coarse
wool (0.8 – 1kg). Population size is approximately 6,000 - 8,000.
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