Zel
Synonyms:
Mazandarani, Chiva
Special Characteristics:
The Zel is a small meat-type animal and the only thin tailed sheep breed in Iran.
Main Location:
The main distribution is on the northern slopes of the Elburz mountain range in the provinces of Mazendaran and Golestan, from Talesh to Gorgan regions. A limited number also exist in some parts of Samnan province.
Habitat:
Mountains with rainfed foothills and foothill steppes with < 950 mm.
Species: