While visiting our local Agricultural University a few weeks ago a friend captured some pics of what she describes as "Sheep with the head of a cow" She sent the pics to me and I have to agree they look weird, although maybe in other parts of the world they are known.

These sheep are about 3 foot tall, very muscly and look quite heavy. The uni is well known for its breeding programmes and edge of technology research.




Go on solve my curiosity....?

Some good cgi or two sheep with cow heads would be my guesses

They look like Ryeland Sheep.

Developed in the Southern part of Herefordshire, these small, polled sheep are popular around the world. One of the oldest sheep breeds in the UK, history books suggest that monks from Herefordshire in the 12th century used to trade in Ryeland wool. Despite the impressive history, Ryeland remain in danger as a rare breed – although the breed does seem to be growing again. Wool is of the highest quality, as is Ryeland lamb, which can sell for a premium. Interestingly enough, this breed have previous in terms of grazing on rye land.

Originally posted by captiva
While visiting our local Agricultural University a few weeks ago a friend captured some pics of what she describes as "Sheep with the head of a cow" She sent the pics to me and I have to agree they look weird, although maybe in other parts of the world they are known.

These sheep are about 3 foot tall, very muscly and look quite heavy. The uni is well known for its breeding programmes and edge of technology research.

Go on solve my curiosity....?

edit on 9-9-2011 by captiva because: (no reason given)

Its called Genetic Engineering...

The left sheep is a male, that explain the bigger head: Look whats hanging between the rear legs to prove my theory.
Or is a typical example of a "sheeple".....

This is something that is just gettting big. In my area (northeast america) I seen sheep that had heads just like these ones. I go through the country side often and last week was the first time i have seen this.

I guess this science is getting popular.

Originally posted by captiva
While visiting our local Agricultural University a few weeks ago a friend captured some pics of what she describes as "Sheep with the head of a cow" She sent the pics to me and I have to agree they look weird, although maybe in other parts of the world they are known.

These sheep are about 3 foot tall, very muscly and look quite heavy. The uni is well known for its breeding programmes and edge of technology research.

Go on solve my curiosity....?

edit on 9-9-2011 by captiva because: (no reason given)

Wow, those are some curious looking critters... wool sweaters and ribeye steaks all on the same hoof!

Ryeland sheep, my grandfather used to have some. Tough little blighters too!