2022 North Ronaldsay Fleece from Thora
This fleece is no longer available but we may have other North Ronaldsay fleeces available.
Description
Thora's fleece is mainly black fading to brown at the tips, which are lovely and wavy. It is lightly cotted, mainly at the back end, so anyone wanting to make a "living rug" has a head start!
ID
#436
Breed
Colour
Black / Brown
Staple
12-15cm
Weight
790g
Collected
June 2022
Method
Sheared
State
One Piece
Skirted
Yes
Cotting
Partially (see notes)
Marks
No paint / spray marks
Chemicals
Never Treated
Condition
Raw
V.M.
Moderate amount of VM, with lots of hay seeds especially on the neck.
Notes
Thora's fleece reflects her personality! Always first the hay trough in winter means there's quite a lot of hay seeds especially in the neck area. It is lightly cotted; mainly at the back end.
About the Sheep
Name
Thora
Description
Thora is one of our original North Ronaldsay ewes with close links to the island population. She's a very "vocal" little sheep who likes to nip through the gate before you have chance to get through!
Breed
Sex
Female
Born
2012
Age
Approx. 12 years old