The Hazaragie
are found in Central Afghanistan. They are a fat-tailed meat breed with
carpet quality wool. They are usually reddish-brown but individuals which
are black or white with a brown belly are also seen. Both sexes are polled.
Reference:
Mason, I.L. 1996. A World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties. Fourth Edition. C.A.B International. 273 pp.
Photographs:
R. E. McDowell, Professor Emeritus of International Animal Science, Cornell University, and provided by Paul O. Brackelsberg, Professor of Animal Science, Iowa State University
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