Blackbelly Sheep

Status: Abundant, domesticated.Range: Island of Barbados with African ancestry, domesticated worldwide.Habitat: Does well in a variety of habitats and climates, but thrives in hot and humid environments.Food: grasses, hay, leaves.Reproduction: Can have lambs year-round, usually 2 – 3 at a time, and can lamb sometimes twice a year.Facts: They are able to tolerate heat and exhibit more stamina than most breeds of sheep.  These are “hair sheep,” which means they don’t grow wool, but instead they have course hair and don’t need to be sheared.  They are very resistant to diseases.Height: 24 – 32 in (61 – 81 cm)Weight: Females (Ewes): 85 – 100 lbs (39 – 45 kg)

Males (Rams):  100 – 130 lbs (45 -59 kg)