The Bentheimer Landschaf (also known as Landrace of Bentheim) is a breed of domesticated sheep found in Germany. This breed is a cross between German and Dutch heath sheep and a marsh sheep. It is primarily used for landscape preservation. Characteristics The Bentheimer Landschaf displays white and has black around the eyes, ears and legs. The fleece weighs with a fiber diameter of 34 to 40 micrometres. Ewes weigh on average and grow to at the withers at maturity. References Sheep breeds originating in Germany Sheep breeds Animal breeds on the GEH Red List