This strain is most proinent in western NSW, South Australia and Western Australia. In fact, in South Australia the strong-wool south Australian strain of Merino comprise more than 85 percent of the state's sheep number. The strong-wool Merino has adapted itself particularly well to the hot, dry, semi-arid areas of Australia.
the strain is very large-framed, plain-bodied and open-faced, making it a particularly "easy care" sheep for semi-arid areas. It produces a heavy seven to eight kilogram fleece (15.5-18 pounds) of approximately 100mm staple legth, with a fiber diameter of 23-25 microns.
Reference:
- Handbook of Australian Livestock, Australian Meat & Livestock Corporation,1989,
3rd Edition
- Handbook of Australian Livestock, Australian Meat & Livestock Corporation,1989,
3rd Edition
