Wild Valley Damara News and Notes
Enjoy some news and notes from the flock below – includes flock updates, general Damara news, seasonal management information and anything Damara at all.
A Spring Day in the Life of the Flock – Finally!
Yep, this was running a bit late … but the Spring Day in the Life is finally done.
the Australian Damara Colour Project!
We are embarking on a bit of a project and would really encourage anyone interested to reach out! A project in a real sense – this will evolve and grow naturally, so check out the early stages of the new site, explaining the purpose and objectives of what we hope will be a fascinating dive…
Understanding Flock Genetics: Join Our Journey
Come on the journey as we learn more about the flock! As we head into the genetic testing process, we are going to be updating a new section on the site with all the what, why and how’s – and if this is up your alley, we invite you to come along. Check out our…
2026 Main Drop Complete
The 2026 main drop is complete – finishing with a lot of ewe lambs to balance the start of the season. Approx 10 ewe lambs will be available for selection soon, and groups of early wethers are available now for purchase. Rams, as usual, will not be available until at least 10 months of age,…
Genetic Testing Begins!
Wild Valley Damara are getting into the science of genetic testing! We are going to test all the flock — and use this to help make excellent breeding choices into the future. First — let us be clear — we are not experts on genetics or genetic testing, and that’s exactly why we are talking…
Welcome Leda, Calypso and Cupid – New additions to the Flock.
We are excited to welcome Leda (left), Calypso (right) and Cupid (middle) from our neighbouring stud, Gugan Park (their name themes coming from the moons of Jupiter, Saturn and Uranus) . Gugan Parks foundation lines come from one of the old Victorian studs and as such make a great addition to our flock. The girls,…
Mays Ram Lamb Run Continues – 16 and counting
We are now running 16 ram lambs this season, and just 4 girls – 13 ewes now lambed. 19 to go this drop, however this will be over a bit of extended period. Will be a great year for some excellent Ram selections, and many wethers for pets and paddocks!
Welcome Daisy, DeeDee, and Opec: New Additions to Our Flock
We are happy to welcome Daisy, DeeDee and Opec to the flock – already fitting in and out on adventures with the girls. Documented Purebreds from Green Connect Farm in Wollongong, their Damara help out on their property and we are glad to have them join the flock. Green Connect have open days to explore…
Rare Breeds Trust Features Damara: Read Our Article!
The Annual Australian Rare Breeds Trust newsletter is out – and we are on the cover! Check out the article we wrote (page 10) – Damara Sheep and the Arithmetic of Conservation – about the Damara in Australia and the relationship between its preservation and use. Visit the rare breeds trust for more great information…
Kudu Neck – on Damara
Wondering what that thick banding of muscle is that develops on the side of the neck in Damara Rams? Well – we asked the Namibian Damara Group, and they call it Kudu neck. It describes the pronounced band of muscle that develops along the side of the neck in Damara rams. Now that we have…
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