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(Finnish Landrace) A Rare Breed of Finnish Origin The Finnsheep
or Finnish Landrace first arrived in New Zealand in the 1980s
and was released from quarantine in 1990. It is characterized by
its high fertility (lambing rates frequently exceed 200 percent)
and its white, lustrous, bulky fleece. Other recognition
features are its naturally short tail, its clear, wool-free
face, and its pink nose. Besides its good, fine-woolled fleece,
it produces very lean meat. Originating in Finland in northern
Europe, the Finnsheep is an active, hardy animal, adaptable to a
wide range of conditions. It is most generally used for crossing
to increase fertility in a standard flock. It also brings with
it resistance to facial eczema. A few thousand of this breed can
today be found throughout New Zealand. | » Go to Rare Breeds
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