Merino

Art:

Domestic sheep, merino sheep, lamb, portrait
Domestic sheep, merino sheep, lamb, portrait | http://www.robertharding.com

Mrs. Russell’s 6th Gr –

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ELP 4th – 6th Grades –

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Life Skills K-6 –

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Mrs. Bruhjell’s 4th Gr –

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Mrs. Jordan’s 1st Gr –

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Ms. Davis’ 2nd Gr –

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Ms. Renee’s Multi Grade –
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Special fun fact or tourist attraction:

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http://www.bigmerino.com.au/big-merino.html
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Merino#

 

Facts:

  • Merino Sheep were considered treasures because they produced finer wool than any other breed of sheep.[1]
  • If the Merino coat is allowed to grow, it can cause heat stress, mobility issues, and blindness.[2]
  • Spain is were Merino sheep came from, then some Merino sheep went to Australia.[3]
  • Merino wool is common in high-end, performance athletic wear and gear. [4]
  • The scientific name for Merino sheep is Ovis aries. [5]

References:

  1. Catskill Merino Sheep, http://www.catskill-merino.com/saxon-merino-sheep
  2. Modern Farmer,  http://modernfarmer.com/2013/07/will-sheep/
  3. http://www.merino.com/wool/the-fibre/the-history-of-merino-wool/
  4. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merino
  5. http://knowledgebase.lookseek.com/Merino-Sheep.html