Jul 03 2025SCIENCE
Sheep with Crooked Legs: What's Going On Inside?
Some sheep are born with bent legs. This is called angular limb deformities or ALD. It's a problem that can make life harder for these animals. Scientists wanted to know how ALD affects sheep's growth, eating habits, and the vitamins and minerals in their blood. They studied 25 young rams, some with ALD and some without. They checked the sheep's weight and took bloo...
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