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The rams(or tups) are introduced into the ewe flock in October so that in five months(approx.) lambing will start. One ram can serve 50 ewes during the breeding season which is usually 5-6 weeks long.
The ram has a harness fitted with a coloured crayon. As the ram serves the ewe he leaves a coloured mark on the rump of the ewe. By changing the colours of the raddle the shepherd can estimate how successful the service is and when the lambs will be born.
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