Red Maasai Sheep
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About Red Maasai SheepAbout Red Maasai Sheep



Red Maasai, or Red Masai, are an East African fat-tailed type of hair sheep used for meat production. They are found in northern Tanzania, south central Kenya, and Uganda.

Masai are red-brown, occasionally pied. Males are horned or polled. Females are usually polled. Red Masai are known for being resistant to internal parasites.