Buyer question
How long do Tunis sheep live?
Our Animal Library gives the Tunis sheep a lifespan of 10–12 years.
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.
- Hardiness
- 5 out of 5 (Handles heat well)
- Origin
- Tunisia, US-developed
- Best fit
- Heritage flocks, warm climates
- Temperament
- Calm, gentle
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.