Ear Measurements in Relation to Pelt Thickness and Fur Characters of Karakul Lambs

Hardy, J. I.; Simmons, V. L.

doi:10.2527/jas1943.22146x

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“…Skin thickness is considered as a secondary trait (Schoeman 1998). Pelt thickness and fur characteristics of Karakul lambs were recorded by Hardy and Simmons (1943). The authors paid attention to ear skin thickness which ranged from 0.93 to 1.87 mm.…”

Section: Pelt and Woolmentioning

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A review of morphological characteristics relating to the production and reproduction of fat-tailed sheep breeds

Pourlis

2011

Trop Anim Health Prod

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The purpose of this study is to survey the literature pertinent to some morphological traits which are related with the production and reproduction of fat-tailed sheep breeds. The fat-tailed breeds were identified according to Food and Agriculture Organization databases. Articles referring to all these sheep breeds were evaluated. The morphology of udders and their measurable variables were collected and described. The particularities of pelt and fleece features which are important from an economic point of view were summarized. Linear, planar, and spatial parameters of body, slaughter, and carcass factors were compared at various ages of breeding. Testicular dimensions and semen characteristics were recorded. Their relationships with productive and reproductive performance were discussed. The pattern of ovarian follicle development and the involution of the genital tract were assessed from the anatomical point of view in normal and untreated animals. The data presented here provide useful baseline information on the normal morphological aspects which are important in the animal production of these breeds.

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Section: Pelt and Woolmentioning

confidence: 99%