Contact Information

Dr. Tony Pescatore, Ph.D.
Interim Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686

Sheep Discovery - Breeds - Katahdin Sheep

Sheep Discovery - Breeds - Katahdin Sheep

Sheep Discovery - Breeds - Katahdin Sheep


  • Origin - Maine, U.S.
  • Type - Meat Breed
  • Wool - Hair
  • Descriptors - Wide variety of color combinations, naturally shedding haircoat, and docile.
  • Important Traits - Well-muscled carcass that is naturally lean, significantly tolerant of internal and external parasites.

Katahdin Sheep

Contact Information

Dr. Tony Pescatore, Ph.D.
Interim Department Chair

900 W.P. Garrigus Building Lexington, KY 40546-0215

+1 (859) 257-2686