Other theories were that they are sheep from the Middle East introduced by whalers who were based on the island from the 1820s, or even that they were brought by a Spanish galleon as early as the 16th century.

[3][4] Genetic research has shown that their closest relative is the Florida Gulf Coast Native sheep.

[6] Due to living in a hostile and very steep terrain, this breed often looks hunched over as they carry their head and tail down most often.

They have a light build and long legs making them a rather active breed.

However, quite often, white points are displayed, and rarely an all-white sheep can be observed.