Gotland Sheep are fine-boned and medium-sized. They have ahornless black head, free from wool,
sometimes with white markings. Bold eyes, alert medium sided ears. Small, neat
muzzle with even jaw. Slender neck and shoulders set smoothly into a level back
with generous length, good depth and reasonable breadth of body. Slender black
legs well-spaced and upright. Short hair-tipped tail. Dense long lustrous grey
fleece, occasionally black, white or brown. Clearly defined even curl and
staple, soft to handle. Calm friendly disposition. Average mature ewe weighs
55-70kg, rams 75-85kg.
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Source: National Sheep Association
About Gotland Sheep
