Arapawa sheep were introduced to New Zealand by early explorers, who released them on outlying islands as a resident food source.

Over time the sheep developed traits that have made them a hardy and disease-free species.

The rams sport large, thick, full curled horns that will sometimes reach double curl. Most are dark black/brown in colour with white markings.

These sheep are hunted by “spot and stalk” and are known to have very good eyesight, and a frustrating placing a shot.

NZTH offers estate and free-range hunts on Arapawa sheep. Each year we produce trophies that are in mounts.