| Finn-Texel |
| 1/4 Finn-Texel-Romney |
| 3/8 Finn-Texel-Romney |
| 1/4 Finn-Texel-Perendale |
| 3/8 Finn-Texel-Perendale |
| Perendale-Texel |
| 3/4 Texel-Finn |
| Texel |
| Pure Finn |
| Texel-Suffolk |
| Dorper |
Stabilised: 3/8 Finn 3/8 Texel 1/4 Perendale
Key Points:
- Clear faced, bold
- Tough
- Visually attractive
- Sexy and prolific
- Very productive
General Information:
- SIL Recorded; NZ Animal Breeding Trust (Bureau)
- Lambs born small without difficulty
- Wool. White, 34 micron, 5 to 6kg
- Lamb growth rates up to 400gms daily
- Hoggets exhibit early oestrous
- Long, well-muscled carcases
- Excellent carcase conformation
- Pleasant to farm. Free moving
- Heavy lean carcases up to 25kg are possible
- Relaxed, caring dams
- Longevity
- Scanning percentage 180 plus, few triplets
Comments: This breed is widely used as a dual-purpose sheep. It is a medium sized breed, capable of handling the worst conditions. Farmers find this breed easy to farm as it has no nasty traits. Survivors.
