Sheep Gone Wild: The Fleece That Took a Thick Time to Roll Up
*A Crackling Tale from the Aussie Outback
*Just when you thought your average Aussie farm day couldn’t get any more interesting, farmer Graeme Bowden brought in a sheep that practically says, “I’m a wool superstar.” Dubbed “Shriek 2,” this sheep was ready for a runway show after years of letting its fleece grow like a bad hairdo in a ‘90s sitcom.
What Happened?
*- The Fleece: About 30 kg of wool, which is roughly 13 inches long on each thread—long enough to double as a blanket for an entire crew of kangaroos.
- Shearing Showdown: The farmer sliced through the woolage, turning a wool sack that could have filled a small glovebox into a clean, gleaming jacket.
- Weightless Aftermath: The sheep’s legs are now light as a feather, thanks to the bulk slashing. “It’s practically floating now,” the farmer chuckled.
Why the Buzz?
*Australia’s wool market is currently on a rollercoaster up to record highs—all the more reason for a sheep to feel like the star of a TV commercial. Graeme noted that a shipment of 2,000 such flock‑mates would make him wealthy enough to maybe buy a sack of hay (but not a full herd).
Where It All Happened
*The story unfolds in Coonabarabran, a sleepy town in New South Wales, roughly 450 km northwest of Sydney. Picture dusty roads, a clear blue sky, and a couch potato sheep that finally decided to shed its old style.
In Short
*This isn’t just another farm tale—it’s a laugh‑and‑a‑story of why a sheep that’s mastered the art of ‘less is more’ can still keep us all under its feathered charm.
