St. Croix sheep
sheep breed
The St Croix (Saint 'Croy') is a breed of domestic sheep native to the U.S. Virgin Islands and named for the island of Saint Croix. They were originally called Virgin Island White because those that were imported into North America were selected for white coloration. However, they come in shades of or with spots that are brown, white, and black.
The breed is believed to be descended from African sheep that were brought to the Caribbean on slave ships and is a breed of hair sheep which does not grow wool. The St Croix is a hardy tropical breed known for its parasite resistance, and is raised primarily for meat production. Breeders have crossbred the St Croix with other breeds to impart these important traits into their bloodlines.
Characteristics
Most St. Croix are completely white with others being solid tan, brown, black or white with brown or black spots. Ewes and rams are almost always polled (no horns), and rams have a large throat ruff. Mature ewes weigh 68 kg (150 lbs) and rams weigh 90 kg (200 lbs).
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