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Why do The Goats found in the region of Gujarat are called Marwari?

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Marwari: The name originates from the home tract of the breed: Marwad. The breed resembles black-headed Persian sheep but is smaller in size and has good fleece. Found in Jodhpur, Jalore, Nagaou Nagaou, Peli and Barmer districts, extending up to Ajmer and Udaipur districts of Rajasthan and the Jeoria region of Gujarat. The breed is being improved through selection for fleece weight and carpet quality.

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