Animal Facts - Sheep Lyrics

Sheep were once mummified like humans
As they were sacred to Egyptians
While ancient Sumerians worshipped them as gods
Sheep still remain popular
Due to their kind and playful nature
They look like fluffy clouds though they can be strong
Sheep are one of many animals that commonly display
A same sex preference for life up to eight percent of sheep are gay
They form strong bonds with one another
And flocks help to stay safe from predators
They can send information through scents and their bleats
They can recognise faces
And navigate challenging mazes
As they are intelligent and have great memories
Sheep are capable of experiencing a variety
Of complex emotions each with distinct personalities
They also display and can recognise emotion by facial expressions
And communicate feelings through a range of vocalisations
They typically mate in autumn
And have a five month gestation
Rams will fight to claim dominance
The superior gets ewes pregnant
Sheep have rectangular pupils with the great ability
Of observation their visions over 300 degrees
They don't need to turn their heads and can stay aware of their surroundings
Watching for predators, even when their head is down grazing
By utilising their philtrum
They can pick the vegetation
Close to soil