Canary Colouration of Wool – Sheep Breed
Canary colouration of wool (yellow colour of wool) is characteristic of which breed of sheep?
- Chokla
- Nali — Correct Answer
- Marwari
- Pugal
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Nali
Nali sheep breed (origin: Ganganagar, Churu & Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan) is characterized by canary colouration of wool, meaning yellow-coloured wool (Table 23). This canary colouration occurs during the autumn season (as per Q109 answer).
Wool-Related Sheep Breeds of Rajasthan
- Nali — Canary (yellow) coloured wool
- Chokla (Shekhawati) — "Indian Merino"; best fine wool producer in India; Roman nose
- Pugal — Yellow streak above eyebrow (Bikaner)
- Marwari — Highest disease resistant; triple purpose sheep breed
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- Chokla: Known as "Indian Merino" for finest wool, not for canary colouration.
- Marwari: Triple purpose breed with highest disease resistance.
- Pugal: Has yellow streak above eyebrow, not canary wool colour.
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