The vast number of sheep in New Zealand relative to the country’s scant human population has long been the subject of jokes ...

New Zealand has long been known for having more sheep than people, often the subject of light-hearted jokes abroad.

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The ratio of sheep per person in New Zealand is reportedly on the decline at 4.5:1, which is less than its 22:1 peak in the ...

New Zealand is still one of a few countries in the world where sheep outnumber people WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- The vast number of sheep in New Zealand relative to the country’s scant human ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The vast number of sheep in New Zealand relative to the country’s scant human population has long been the subject of jokes aimed at New Zealanders abroad.

Sheep shearing is in full swing in the northern Japanese prefecture of Hokkaido before the summer heat sets in.

The gap between people and sheep in New Zealand is rapidly closing. There are now about 4.5 sheep to every person in New ...

The large number of sheep in New Zealand, compared to the country's small human population, has long been the subject of jokes directed at New Zealanders abroad. It's true: the country is one of the ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The vast number of sheep in New Zealand relative to the country’s scant human population has long been the subject of jokes aimed at New Zealanders abroad. It’s true: ...