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British Lop pig
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British Lop pig

Place of Origin England
Origin The British Lop is an old pig breed native to the United Kingdom. A large, white pig, it is named for its large ears which hang over its face. The breed was originally developed as an amalgamation of several local lop-eared breeds in England, and came to be known as the British Lop in the 1960s. It is probably related to similar breeds found around the north-western fringes of Europe, namely the Welsh, and the Landrace pig breeds of Scandinavia. It may also be related to the Normande pigs of France.

The breed is listed as endangered by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. Clarissa Dickson Wright commented that "The British Lop is rarer than the Giant Panda."
Purpose Meat
Characteristics It is a large, white pig, and is named for its large ears which hang over its face. Advocates of the breed have stressed their strong constitutions, good health and freedom from common disorders.
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