Rams and ewes are horned but this trait seems to be disappearing in recent years. Average fleece weight for a ewe is 6 kg (13 lbs) to 6.5 kg (14 lbs) and it is classified as a longwool, which is unusual for an upland breed. It is raised primarily for meat.
The decline in horned sheep is notable, while ewes have an unusual high fleece weight for their breed, typically raised for meat.