Buyer question
How big do Katahdin sheep get?
Our Animal Library lists the Katahdin sheep at ewes 120–160 lb (mature weight).
Source: the Katahdin sheep page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Katahdin sheep in the Animal Library
The detail
Katahdins were developed in Maine in the 1950s as a hair sheep that sheds instead of needing shearing. They are hardy, parasite tolerant and easy lambing, which makes them one of the most popular breeds for new shepherds.
What to weigh
Katahdins are leaner and lighter-muscled than Suffolks or Dorpers. Parasite tolerance still needs management in wet climates.