This is a list of the sheep breeds considered in Brazil to be wholly or partly of Brazilian origin. Some may have complex or obscure histories, so inclusion here does not necessarily imply that a breed is predominantly or exclusively Brazilian.
Approximately twenty-three breeds of sheep are reported by Brazil. They are classified either as "naturalised" or as "exotic".
Naturalised breeds Local name(s) English name, if used Notes Image Bergamácia Brasileira derived from the Italian Bergamasca Black Belly Somális Brasileira Brazilian Somali Cariri Criolla Lanada Damara Sabugi Morada Nova Pantaneiro Rabo Largo Santa Inês
Exotic breeds Australian Merino Border Leicester Corriedale Dorper Hampshire Down Ideal Île-de-France Karakul Lacaune Poll Dorset Polypay Romney Marsh Suffolk Texel
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