Afghanistan is home to many of Central Asias most unique
breeds of sheep that are particularly well-adapted to the local conditions and
highly valuable commercially. The most notable is the largest breed of
fat-rumped sheep, the Turki.
Turki sheep have two distinct camel humps of fat on their
behinds. They have a high growth rate and are a good producer of mutton, but
are not a good wool producer. They are raised mostly in the northeastern parts
of Afghanistan. Turki sheep accompany refugees to neighboring Pakistan where
the breed is recognized as Afghani sheep.
About Turki Sheep
