Have you ever seen such an animal? The Beltex sheep, with its incredibly muscled physique, definitely challenges our expectations of what a sheep should look like.
A portmanteau of Belgian and Texel, the name reflects the breed’s origin as an offshoot of Texel sheep from The Netherlands. Developed in Belgium by selectively breeding for “double-muscled” traits, the Beltex stands out from the crowd with its impressive musculature, particularly in the hindquarters.
Imagine a sheep with the build of a bodybuilder! This unique characteristic makes the Beltex a prized terminal sire, meaning Beltex rams are highly sought after to mate with ewes of other breeds to produce lambs with superior meat yield.
But the Beltex isn’t all about brawn. These sheep have a medium length, coarse wool coat, though their meat production is their primary purpose.
Next time you’re at a farm or agricultural show, keep an eye out for the Beltex. With its distinctive physique, it’s sure to turn heads and spark your curiosity about this remarkable breed.
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