Breed: Ovella Gallega
Species: Sheep
Colour: black or white
Country: Spain
Description: The Ovella galega is a sheep of relatively small stature, with a coat that is either all black or white in color. Males develop horns in the form of double-spirals, while in females, horns are generally diminutive if they exist at all.
There are two separate ecotypes, Mariñano or of the 'low areas', as well as Montaña, of the 'high areas'. The first ecotype generally features heavier sheep, at around 35-40 kilograms in females and 50-70 kilograms in males. The second, native to higher altitudes, tend to be smaller, around 20-35 kilograms for females and 35-45 kilograms for males.
Uses: The main use for this breed of livestock is their meat and milk production.