Katahdin Hair Sheep

Heirloom Heritage Farms

Katahdin Hair Sheep

The lamb here is the mom in the 22Mar08 picture!

katahdin ewe and lamb

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We have a handful of ewes, two of shich are Registered stock. The Katahdin sheep,(Pronounced: ku-tah-dn), was developed in the US at the Piel Farm in north central Maine, he called them "Katahdin" sheep after Mt. Katahdin, the highest peak in the state of Maine.

Katahdin are hardy, adaptable, low maintenance sheep that produce superior lamb crops and lean, meaty carcasses. They do not produce a fleece and therefore do not require shearing. They are medium-sized and efficient, bred for utility and for production in a variety of management systems. Ewes have exceptional mothering ability and lamb easily; lambs are born vigorous and alert. The breed is ideal for pasture lambing and grass/foragebased management systems.

They have demonstrated wide adaptability. They were derived from breeds that originated in the Caribbean and British Islands and the state of Maine was their original home. In cold weather, they grow a very thick winter coat, which then sheds during warm seasons. Their smooth hair coat and other adaptive characteristics allow them to tolerate heat and humidity well. Katahdins are also significantly tolerant of internal and external parasites and if managed carefully require only minimal parasite treatment.

Katahdins are docile so are easily handled. They exhibit moderate flocking instinct.

Live weight of a mature ewe in good condition usually ranges from 120 to 160 pounds; a mature ram will weigh 180 to 250 pounds. Average birth weight of twins is about 8 pounds. - ALBC

Available 2008 Lambs

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20 Mar 08

Ewe Lamb

5 hours old

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5 hours old

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5 hours old

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5 hours old

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22 March 08

Ewe Lamb

30 minutes old

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30 minutes old

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30 minutes old

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30 minutes old

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28 March 08

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