Harlequin Sheep

Harlequin sheep are an All American registered breed of miniature sheep. They are considered a rare breed known  for their small size (under 24″) and great personalities. Often these adorable sheep are spotted and can have blue eyes.

Harlequin’s small stature make them easy to handle. Ewes average between 80-120 lbs, rams 90-150. They are naturally polled and generally have a docile disposition.

Harlequins are known for their fine, medium staple length wool, similar to the wool from Babydolls. Babydoll/Harlequin crosses offer a rich, dark, cocoa brown fleece.  When a tri-color fleece is processed, the roving often comes out a beautiful light gray.

Foundation Status

F1: One parent is a registered Harlequin and the other parent is a different breed, approved by the registry. (Babydoll Sheep)
F2: One parent is F1 and the other parent is a harlequin that is higher in the registration process or both parents are F1
FP: Foundation Pure – one or both parents are F2 or one parent is F2 and the other parent is a harlequin that is higher

True Harlequins

A:  One or both parents are FP or one parent is FP and the other parent is a Harlequin that is higher in the registration process.
B:  One or both parents are A or one parent is A and the other parent is a Harlequin that is higher in the registration process.
C:  One or both parents are B or one parent is B and the other parent is a Harlequin that is higher in the registration process.

Purebred Harlequins

AP: American Purebred – Both parents are C Generation. This is the highest generation in the registration process.