Lleyn sheep

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Lleyn sheep are a breed of sheep from the Llŷn peninsula ('Lleyn'), in Gwynedd, north-west Wales.

A Lleyn ewe

They are bred for prolificacy, good mothering, quiet in nature, high milk and excellent for white wool. They are suited to both upland and lowland grazing.[1]

This breed is raised primarily for meat.[2]

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