RARE BREEDS TRUST OF AUSTRALIA
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Sheep: South Dorset Down
Country of Origin
New Zealand
Australian Status
LOST
International Status
Breed Information
The South Dorset Down originated in New Zealand, being the result of crossing the Dorset Down with the Southdown. They resemble the Dorset Down and the South Suffolk in appearance. First recognised in Australia in 1975, the flock never exceeded single figures and have now disappeared from the flock books.
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