Morada Nova  sheep Morada Nova  sheep
Morada Nova  sheep
Morada Nova  sheep
Morada Nova  sheep

Morada Nova

The Morada Nova comes from northeast Brazil and is probably of African origin. It may also be related to a Portugal breed called Bordaleiro. The breed originated from selection of individuals of the Brazilian Woolless. Both sexes are polled.

The rams do not have a throat ruff. It has been reported that they have a litter size of 1.32 to 1.76. The predominant color is red to cream, but white animals are also found. The breed is small with mature lamb and ewe weights of about 40 (88 lbs) and 30 kg (66 lbs), respectively.

Breed categories: hair (meat) / Distribution: South America