Ethiopian Long-Eared Somali Goat

Ethiopian Long-Eared Somali Goat is available for commercial assembly and supply. It is usually white or cream with long-legged, lean and muscular, with long ears and a short coat. A major lowland buck for finishing and supply; its relatively larger frame supports several commercial weight classes.

Regional Livestock Bridge Breed Encyclopedia

Ethiopian Long-Eared Somali Goat is a commercial type assembled from Jijiga, Gode, Kebri Dehar and Bale. It is recognized by its usually white or cream coloring and long-legged, lean and muscular, with long ears and a short coat, and is sorted by weight and body condition before finishing, slaughter or supply.

WeightApproximate supply classes are 20–45+ kg

SourcesJijiga, Gode, Kebri Dehar and Bale

Morphological traits

ColorUsually white or cream

BuildLong-legged, lean and muscular, with long ears and a short coat

WeightApproximate supply classes are 20–45+ kg

DistributionSomali Region, Bale and Borana

Commercial weight classes

Light class

Approximately 20–25 kg

Medium class

Approximately 25–35 kg

Larger class

35–45+ kg depending on finishing

These are indicative commercial sorting bands, not fixed breed standards; actual weight is confirmed before contracting.

Fattening and supply

Sorted by weight, body condition and apparent age before contracting.
Sound males are selected for finishing or direct slaughter.
Consistent lots can be prepared to requested quantities and delivery locations.
Stated weights are indicative; actual weight is confirmed before the contract.

Commercial value

A major lowland buck for finishing and supply; its relatively larger frame supports several commercial weight classes.

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Common questions

What supply weights are available?

Approximate supply classes are 20–45+ kg; weights remain indicative until actual sorting and weighing.

What are the main source regions?

Jijiga, Gode, Kebri Dehar and Bale.

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