Italians breeds

Saltasassi
Italian breeds of sheep

Origin and diffusion

Indigenous breed local population.
Is bred in the Province Verbano Cusio Ossola, Piedmont Region.

Morphological and economic characteristics

Size: small-medium
Height at the withers:
- Male: 60-65 cm
- Female: 55 cm
Weight:
- Male: 60 kg
- Female: 45-50 kg

Uni coloured: white.
Uses: meat.
The breed is adapted to the local environment (hills and mountains).

Saltasassi Saltasassi

Saltasassi Saltasassi (photo www.associazionerare.it)


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