Mandya (Bandur) Sheep

Mandya sheep, famous as Bandur (Bannur) sheep, are Karnataka’s best-known meat sheep. Their compact, well-muscled body and tender mutton command premium prices across south India.Mandya (Bandur) sheep at a glanceHome tract: Mandya and Mysuru districts; the Bandur/Bannur strain comes from Malavalli talukColour: White body, sometimes light brown on the face and neckHorns and ears: Polled (hornless) in both sexes; long, leafy ears; compact body with a characteristic reversed-U shape seen from behindAdult body weight: Rams about 35 kg; Ewes about 24 kgBreeding: Lambing around 82% in farmers’ flocksMain use: Meat – widely regarded as one of India’s best meat sheep for body conformation and tender muttonHardiness: Suited to the irrigated and dry-land farming areas of old Mysore regionBest for: Premium mutton production and breeders who want Karnataka’s most sought-after meat sheepWeights are breed averages from published field surveys; animals are sold by actual live weight and age.Choose a breeding ram, ewes or a ready breeding unit below and tap Request a Quote. We reply with current availability, live weight, age and price within [RESPONSE TIME].