Jacob Sheep
Ovis aeris
Class: Mammalia Order: Artiodactyla Family: Bovidae
Size
Weight (Males): 100-180 lbs
Weight (Females): 80-120 lbs
Lifespan
12-15 years
Diet
Herbivore
Habitat & Range
This domestic species has been bred in the British Isles for many years, but it is believed that they originated in Syria
Interesting Facts
Jacob sheep are a domesticated species. They are often considered an heirloom breed that retains much of their original characteristics.
Their soft wool has a piebald (black and white spotted) coloration. The skin beneath white patches is pink in color, and the skin under their black wool is black.
It is unknown exactly where this breed of sheep was first domesticated. Some speculate that they are originally from Syria, Africa, or even descended from a British species of sheep.
Jacob sheep are polycerate meaning multi-horned. They most commonly have either two or four horns, but a Jacob sheep may have as many as six horns. Both males and females have horns, but the males (rams) have much larger horns that the females (ewes).


