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    English Lop

    English Lop

    Англійський баран

    Giant
    Recognition:
    ARBA
    BRC

    One of the oldest domestic breeds (1840s), originating in England and serving as the progenitor for all other lop breeds.

    Quick facts
    Size group
    Large
    Purpose
    Show
    Buck weight
    4.5–5.5 kg
    Doe weight
    4.5–5.5 kg
    Adult weight
    5 kg
    Litter (avg)
    6 kits
    Meat yield
    52%
    Slaughter age
    16 weeks
    Coat
    normal
    Body type
    semi arch
    Ears
    lop
    Origin
    GB
    Recognised
    1840

    Colours

    many

    Temperament

    docile
    friendly
    Notable facts

    World-record ear length: 79 cm (Geronimo, 2003); ears often drag on the ground.

    Breeding recommendations
    • Must be housed in temperature-controlled, clean environments to prevent ear injuries.
    • Short coat is low maintenance, but ears require daily inspection for scrapes.
    • Exceptionally affectionate and docile; sought after as indoor house pets.
    • Calm and lazy; requires toys to prevent obesity from lack of activity.
    • Limited meat use; primarily a show breed.
    Sources
    • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/English_Lop

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