It is thought that the domestic sheep originated from central Europe and Asia. Today, there are at least 1 billion sheep on the planet, with commercial sheep farming most commonly found in New Zealand, Australia, parts of North America and the United King
Scientific Info
| Scientific Name | - | Ovis Aries |
| Type | - | Mammal |
| Diet | - | Herbivore |
| Size | - | 90-140cm (35-55in) |
| Weight | - | 40-130kg (88-298lbs) |
| Top Speed | - | 40km/h (25mph) |
| Life Span | - | 5-10 years |
| Lifestyle | - | Herd |
| Conservation Status | - | Least Concern |
Appearance
| Colour | - | Brown, White, Yellow, Black |
| Skin Type | - | Wool |
| Favourite Food | - | Grass |
| Habitat | - | Grass plains and mountainous regions |
| Average Clutch Size | - | 1 |
| Main Prey | - | Grass, Weeds, Flowers |
| Predators | - | Human, Wolves, Coyote |
| Distinctive Features | - | Thick, woolly coat and short tail |
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