Buyer question
Are Tunis sheep good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Tunis sheep 4 out of 5 for beginners (good first flock).
Source: the Tunis sheep page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Tunis sheep in the Animal Library
The detail
Tunis are one of the oldest US breeds, descended from fat-tailed sheep sent from Tunisia in 1799. They have red-brown faces and legs, cream wool and red-coated lambs, handle heat well and can breed out of season.
- Temperament
- Calm, gentle
- Best fit
- Heritage flocks, warm climates
- Docility
- 4 out of 5 (Calm and gentle)
- Hardiness
- 5 out of 5 (Handles heat well)
What to weigh
Tunis are a heritage breed and less common, so registered stock may take time to find. They are moderate in growth compared with modern terminal breeds.