Maltese
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Subgroup:
Nubian
Special Characteristics:
This breed has good milk production characteristscs under hot and dry environments. The ears are long and drooping, and the hair coat is often long.
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Main Location:
It is found in coastal areas of Tunisia, and probably in adjacent areas of Algeria as well.
Origin:
This breed is imported from Malta and has a similar descent with the Zaraibi of Egypt and other Nubian family of goats in north Africa.
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