Native to the deserts of Central Asia, the Karakul is one of the world's oldest breeds. They are fine-boned and open-faced with long pendulous ears and a fat tail used as an energy reserve. They are hardy, adaptable, easy lambers with strong maternal instincts, have an extended breeding season with low prolificacy and are noted for their longevity. Fleece colors include black, silver, blue, gray, tan, reddish brown and white. Lambs are born with a lustrous "Persian lamb fur" fleece coat. Karakuls produce a long-stapled, light-weight, often double-coated fleece with excellent felting qualities.

MATURE BODY WEIGHT
Ram 175-225 lb
Ewe 100-150 lb

AVERAGE FIBER DIAMETER
Micron 25-36
USDA Wool Grade 44’s-58’s

GREASE FLEECE WEIGHT
Ewe 5-10 lb

YIELD
80-85%

STAPLE LENGTH
6-12"