Sheep, Their Types and Characteristics, No. IV The Fine-Wool Breed -- American Merino
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A two-page installment (No. IV) of a series on sheep types in The Breeder's Gazette, covering the American Merino. It traces how Spanish Merinos imported before 1812 were bred in the United States, defends the name "American Merino" against the Vermont association's "Improved Spanish Merino," and reproduces a 100-point scale of excellence for judging the breed. Points cover constitution, size, body, folds and wrinkles, head, neck, legs, and fleece qualities such as density, length, quality, and oil.
- Type
- Article
- Date
- May 11, 1882
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 2
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