This special sheep species has a very unusual appearance; they do not resemble the other cute and lovable sheep but have features that often confuse people, making them think they are hairy pigs or dogs.
Beltex Sheep have an unusually large muscle mass, which is impressive compared to their relatives. They appear quite heavy, and when they are busy grazing, many people might mistake them for pigs.
Looking like this, do you think this is a sheep?
The identifying characteristics of this sheep species include a flat forehead, prominent nasal bones, a thin snout, and sharp incisors. Thanks to these features, they can graze on low-growing grass and pick tender leaves high up that suit their taste.
Beltex sheep have more sweat glands and sebaceous glands in their skin compared to goats. Because of this, they sweat more, and their respiratory systems are more actively involved in thermoregulation. Their subcutaneous fat tissue develops better than that of goats, while their internal organs accumulate less fat than those of goats. Therefore, their meat is leaner than goat meat.
This strange sheep species has more sweat and sebaceous glands than goats.
Many people also refer to Beltex sheep as muscle sheep, and they can be easily recognized when they are in a herd.
Despite their muscular appearance and hefty size, these sheep are surprisingly agile and not as sluggish as their looks suggest.
Beltex sheep are also known as muscle sheep.
Beltex sheep are a domesticated breed originating from Belgium. Their name is a portmanteau of Belgium (Belgium) and the Texel sheep breed, a name that reflects both their origin and its significance.
This is a domesticated sheep breed originating from Belgium.
When they are young, many people mistake Beltex sheep for a pit bull dog wearing a thick sheep coat. With such a physique, it’s hard for anyone to believe that this is a sheep.
