The sheep breeds of Rajasthan are –
1. Jaisalmeri – It is found in Jaisalmer.
2. Nali – It gives good wool yield and is found in Hanumangarh, Churu, Bikaner and Jhunjhunu districts.
3. Malpuri – It is also known as the Indigenous breed and is found in Jaipur, Tonk, Dausa, Karauli and Swaimadhopur districts.
4. Magra – Its wool yield is almost 2 kg annually. This breed is famous in Jaisalmer, Bikaner, Churu, Nagaru etc.
5. Pugal – Its origin is associated with the Pugal tehsil of Bikaner.
6. Marwari Breed – Rajasthan has the largest number of this breed i.e. 45%. This breed is found mainly in Jodhpur, Barmer, Pali, Dausa, Jaipur etc.
7. Chokla or Shekhavati – It is also known as the Marino of India. Its wool yield is of the top grade and its yield varies between 1 to 1.5 kg per year.
8. Sonari (Chanother) – It is found in Banswara, Bhilwara, Dungarpur and Udaipur districts. When it grazes on field its ears touch the ground.
