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Merino sheep is an autochthonous breed but its rusticity has allowed it to be found on five continents reaching one of the most important ovine censuses in the world. Sheep were introduced by the phoenicians from asia minor into north africa. The origins of the breed are the subject of debate, with alternatives of it originating in flocks transferred from morocco as early as the 12th century.

In 1797 the first merino sheep were landed in australia.

Find & download free graphic resources for merino sheep. Settled merinos (estantes) had coarser wool in. It was particularly well adapted to semiarid climates and to nomadic pasturing. But even great locks need a trim from time to time.