ram
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A ram is a male sheep. Sheep, scientifically known as Ovis aries, are domesticated ruminant mammals raised for their meat, milk, and wool. Male sheep are called rams, while females are ewes, and young sheep are lambs. Mature sheep typically weigh between 35 to 180 kg (80 to 400 pounds). The flesh of a mature sheep, at least one year old, is called mutton, while the flesh of a younger sheep is called lamb. Sheep were first domesticated over 5,000 BCE and are found worldwide, with major producers including Australia, New Zealand, and China.123
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