Thursday, June 3, 2010

Sheep Breed: Dartmoor

The Dartmoor is native to the West Country, in particular Devon; consequently, it is a robust animal that can withstand the harsh winters around the moors. Snowdrifts are no problem for this hardy beast.

Tending to be medium-sized, short-legged, and hornless, the Greyface Dartmoor, a Lustre and Longwool sheep, will typically yield a clip of 7-15 kg. The legs and head tend to be well-wooled and the white face will be mottled with black and gray. The wool is used in the production of tweeds, blankets, woolen cloths, and carpets.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Dearest TIC,

Whenever you curate a sheep (or beard) post, you share your particular genius:

Fundamental, masculine and sophisticated, as well as slightly wry.

Cheers....

Things Is Cool said...

Thank you, Anonymous, for your extremely kind words.