Targhee sheep

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The Targhee sheep is a breed of sheep developed in 1926 by the Duboise, Idaho Research Station.

Targhee sheep, named after Targhee National Forest, are primarily bred for their wool. Their ancestors were Rambouillet ewes, with added genes from Corriedale and Lincoln sheep.

The desired traits were fixed on a flock level over several generations before the breed was released for commercial production.

[edit] See also

• Domestic sheep
• Guard llama, llamas used as livestock guardians.
• Sheep shearing
• Wool

[edit] External links

• Oklahoma State Universy - Targhee sheep