It is a threatened breed of sheep found only in coastal Jagatsinghpur and Kendrapara districts of Odisha
It is declared ‘rare and singular species‘ by central government
Kuji Mendha sheep are fast breeders giving multiple birth. Sheep in other parts of Odisha are not known for giving multiple birth. This characteristic makes them distinctive from other species
Kendrapara sheep are primarily used for production of mutton. The other product of economic importance is their skin. They are well adapted to high ambient temperature, high humidity and heavy rains