Classification of Breeds of Sheep. 285 



THE LEICESTER. 



There is no difficulty in distinguishing this breed 

 from any of the other long wools. The head is 

 longer and somewhat narrower than the others 

 They have a tendency toward a Roman nose. This 

 breed like the Cheviot and the Suffolk is absolutely 

 bare of wool from the ears forward. The Leicester 

 has a broad, well-fleshed back, but is generally 

 shallower in body than the other long wools. That 

 this breed has a more leggy appearance than the 

 Cotswold or the Lincoln may be attributed to the 

 fact that its wool is shorter, finer, and lighter over 

 the body, especially on the belly. It is also finer 

 in bone than the other two breeds. The fleece 

 hangs in locks with small fine curls at the ends. 



