[2] Ronderib Afrikaners are thought to be the first sheep imported to Australia, with the First Fleet in 1788, but today are very rare in the country.

Namaqua Afrikaners are generally white with a red or black head, and large fat tails.

What the breed lacks in market meat desirability, it makes up for in its foraging ability and hardiness in desert conditions.

Like the Namaqua Afrikaner (mentioned above) the breed is very adept to desert conditions and is remarkable for the long seasons it can survive with little or no water.

The aim of the old Ronderib breeders was to develop sheep with shiny coats suitable for making of skin blankets.