Source of Pelt from Karakul Sheep
Karakul sheep is famous for pelt production. Pelt is mainly obtained from:
- Adult sheep
- Very young lamb
- Fetal lamb
- Both b & c — Correct Answer
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Both b & c
Pelt (good quality fur) from Karakul sheep is obtained from both very young lambs and fetal lambs. The finest quality pelt comes from lambs that are just a few days old or from unborn (fetal) lambs, as the fur is softest and has the tightest curl pattern at this stage.
About Karakul Sheep
- Origin: Bukhara province of Uzbekistan (Central Asia)
- Best pelt (fur) producing breed in the world
- Indian Karakul crossbred was developed at Bikaner by crossing Marwari, Malpura & Sonadi × Karakul
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- Adult sheep: Pelt quality decreases as the animal ages — adult wool/fur is not as fine.
- Very young lamb alone or Fetal lamb alone: Both sources are correct, so individual selection is incomplete.
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