Tunisian Barbarin

The Tunisian Barbarin is a Tunisian breed of fat-tailed sheep. It is distributed throughout Tunisia, and on both sides of the Tunisian border with Algeria, on the Algerian side particularly in the area of Oued Souf. It is related to the Awassi. The Barbarin is a coarse-wool breed. It is particularly well adapted to the intense heat of desert areas, and can tolerate salty water. he coat is white, and the face is either brick-red or black. The black face gives the animal better resistance to sunlight and to photosensitivity.