Zaïre Long-Legged
Zaïre Long-Legged is a hair sheep from northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, especially the Kibali-Ituri area in older breed references. It belongs to the African long-legged sheep group, with a taller frame, lop ears, and coats described as white or brown pied. Rams may be horned while ewes are usually polled. The breed is better understood as a regional African sheep adapted to local grazing than as a wool animal.
Practical use centers on meat, household livestock value, and maintaining sheep that can move through tropical or subtropical landscapes. The hair coat reduces shearing needs, but it does not remove the need for parasite control, secure night housing, and selection for feet and lamb survival. Because the name uses an older country designation, modern records may be sparse. Source documentation is especially important when discussing conservation or breeding value.
Colors: Badgerface, Black, Blackbelly, Broken, Brown, Gray, Grey, Gulmoget, Katmoget, Moorit, Piebald, Red, Roan, Silver, Solid, Spotted, Tan, White, White with Black Points, White with Brown Points
