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Baluchi
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Baluchi (or Balochi) sheep are widespread fat-tailed animals of Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, white-bodied with a black or brown nose in many strains, selected by pastoralists for meat, milk, and carpet wool under severe arid climates. They rank among the region’s most numerous sheep genetic resources. Baluchi lamb and mutton dominate many local meat markets—assertive, suited to kebabs, abgoosht-style braises, and festive whole roasting. Tail fat is culturally important; younger lambs offer milder eating while mature animals supply stronger traditional flavour profiles.
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Fat-tailed sheep of Baluchistan cultural regions spread with pastoral confederations.
Livestock ethnography described Baluchi types across eastern Iran and western Pakistan.
National breeding stations maintained Baluchi lines for arid-zone meat production.
Cross-border genetic exchange continued among Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan flocks.