Grey Troender
Grey Troender, also written as Grey Trønder in English contexts, is a rare Norwegian sheep type associated with Trøndelag. It is generally described as a gray-fleeced heritage breed or local line rather than a high-volume commercial sheep. The value of the name lies in regional identity, old flock ancestry, and fleece character more than in a single global production standard.
Small-population breeds like Grey Troender need careful breeding choices. Keepers should track relatedness, avoid selecting only for color, and keep records on lambing, health, fleece, and temperament. Because rare Nordic sheep can be confused with other gray or primitive types, buyers should ask for registry or preservation-program documentation when breed identity matters.
Colors: Badgerface, Black, Blackbelly, Broken, Brown, Gray, Grey, Gulmoget, Katmoget, Moorit, Piebald, Red, Roan, Silver, Solid, Spotted, Tan, White, White with Black Points, White with Brown Points
