Karakul or Qaraqul (named after Qorakoʻl, a city in Bukhara Region in Uzbekistan) is a breed of domestic fat-tailed sheep which originated in Central Asia. Some archaeological evidence points to …

The Karakul is a member of the family of broad-tailed sheep, characterized by deposits of fat at the base of the tail and along the first 3-5 vertebrae of the tail.

Although known as the "fur" sheep, the Karakul provided more than the beautifully patterned silky pelts of the young lambs. They were also a source of milk, meat, tallow, and wool, a strong fiber that was …

The Alliance – Our Mission To preserve and protect all the essential and unique physical attributes of the American Karakul sheep, through supporting the work of dedicated North American shepherds.

Dec 7, 2025 · Explore the Karakul sheep, a rare and ancient Central Asian breed with a unique fat-tailed design. Uncover its history, traits, and role in America.

Karakul, sheep breed of central or west Asian origin, raised chiefly for the skins of very young lambs, which are covered with glossy, tightly curled black coats and are called Persian lamb in the fur trade.

Nov 8, 2025 · The Karakul sheep is a multi-purpose breed of domestic sheep originated from Central Asia. According some archaeological evidence, this breed is being raised there continuously since …

The Karakul sheep is a type of fat-tailed sheep, very common to the African and Asian continents, but considered a rare breed in the US and Canada. The Karakul has some unique qualities. It has a …

The Karakul breed originated from sheep in Central Asia, and its name comes from the village of Kara Kul (or Black Lake), near what is now Tajikistan. Some archeological artifacts indicate that the breed …

Named after the village of Karakul in Uzbekistan, the Karakul breed is one of the oldest. Archaeologists have found evidence of Karakul pelts from 1400 B.C., and carvings in ancient Babylonian temples …