Blackface sheep (Ovis aries) ewe with lamb, Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Western Isles, Scotland, UK

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The Blackface breed is the most numerous breed in Britain accounting for over three million ewes, representing 16% of the British pure-bred ewe flock. The vast majority are found in Scotland. The outstanding qualities of the breed are survivability, adaptability and versatility, with the ability to fit into any farming situation. They are one of the hardiest sheep breeds in the country and are the backbone of the Scottish sheep industry. Information from:

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Location: Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Western Isles, Scotland, UK
Photo credit: © Krystyna Szulecka / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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