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Oxford sheep

From: The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition | Date: 2008

Oxford sheep relatively large-bodied, hornless breed developed in England using crosses between Hampshire and Cotswold sheep. The breed was selected for size and productivity. It has not had widespread popularity in the United States.

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