Locks, Density, and Fineness Genetics
LHSA Gawain
Suri, Male, Unproven | Medium Brown
ARI# 35603429, D.O.B. 6/4/2020,
Sire: LHSA DIAMONTE'S ADAMAS ARI#
35294726 True Black True Black offspring of Diamonte of PVA (810665) and our Multi champion True Black Balboa daughter - Bejeweled (31721967).
LHSA Diamonte's Adamas' Histogram Highlights!
*Mean Fiber Diameter: 17.3
*Mean Staple Length: 194
*Fibers Greater than 30 microns: 1.5%
*Comfort Factor: 98.5%
LHSA Diamonte's Adamas' biopsy revealed a density of 48.5 follicles /sq. mm, with a S/P of 8.4. His secondary fibers average 22.1 micron with primaries at 35.1 micron.
In 2018 he was FIRST at the National Fleece show, out of a group of four TB two year old males. He was also second at the National Halter show.
Adamas' density, luster, and body type are a true asset to growing true black at LHSA. His personality is inquisitive but not pushy, and a leader of younger males. Adamas' personality as a distinguished, composed male is also a desirable trait for a herdsire.
We bred Adamas to our GLR Amalia (Grey, AOA 35063605) and LHSA Superstition (Dark Brown, AOA 31554138). We achieved gorgeous crias in 2020 from these pairs. Adamas is passing on his density, luster, and locks as well as conformation and temperament to his crias.
A word about the health practices at Long Hollow Suri Alpacas… We take the health of our herd seriously.
• All alpacas are vaccinated annually, and bred females are vaccinated 30-60 days prior to birth of their cria.
• Fecal flotations are performed on EACH individual alpaca monthly and treatment is completed on a per alpaca basis.
• All alpacas receive monthly injections as a precaution against meningeal worm.
• Bred females receive a minimum of 1 ultrasounds performed onsite by a veterinarian and our veterinary technician.
We interact daily with all our animals to ensure any medical needs are addressed as needed and this improves their socialization.
Dam: LHSA Superstition ARI#
31554138 Dark Brown LHSA Superstition was born on Friday the 13th! She is a well balanced, strong framed girl with beautiful dark brown coloring with the locks, luster and conformation we have come to expect from her champion sire, Snowmass Nautilus. She has a wonderful calm personality and is one of our PR girls.
Superstition has champion color genetics throughout her pedigree and it has shown in her cria. Take a look at LHSA Beau's Sebastian fiber stats (32792263).
LHSA Superstition's pedigree includes Snowmass Nautilus (EPD Top 1%), Peruvian Macgyver, AND Crown Royales White Knight! Superstition has a density of 38 follicles /sq. mm, with a S/P of 12.1. Her secondary fibers average 19.8 micron with primaries at 26.1 micron. Superstition has a spread of 6.3. Superstition has an AFD of 20.8 and her EPD numbers also put her in the top 5%.
LHSA Superstition's service sire is LHSA Diamonte's Adamas, our TRUE BLACK son of Diamonte of PVA. Adamas' density, luster, and body type are a true asset to growing true black at LHSA. His personality is inquisitive but not pushy, and a leader of younger males. Adamas is has a density of 48.5 follicles /sq. mm, with a S/P of 8.4. His secondary fibers average 22.1 micron with primaries at 35.1 micron. Adamas has a spread of 13. Adamas' current AFD is 23.48 at 4 yrs old.
A word about the health practices at Long Hollow Suri Alpacas… We take the health of our herd seriously.
• All alpacas are vaccinated annually, and bred females are vaccinated 30-60 days prior to birth of their cria.
• Fecal flotations are performed on EACH individual alpaca monthly and treatment is completed on a per alpaca basis.
• All alpacas receive monthly injections as a precaution against meningeal worm.
• Bred females receive a minimum of 3 ultrasounds performed onsite by a veterinarian and our veterinary technician.
We interact daily with all our animals to ensure any medical needs are addressed as needed and this improves their socialization.
Description
LHSA Gawain, one of our 2021 Knights of the Round Table. Take a moment to look at his histogram!
MFD 21.8, SD 6.0, Fibers >30 8.0%, Mean Staple Length 182mm, Top 25% EPD.
Judged at 2022 CAP to have excellent conformation and body proportion, solid build, luster running throughout with density! A well deserved Blue Ribbon.
LHSA also exhibits an agreeable personality within his herd and walks with a beautiful gait. We are excited to add him to our breeding program.
Sire is true black LHSA Diamonte's Adamas. A fine True Black at 17.1 microns at age one year. Adamas' density is 48.5 follicles /sq. mm, with a S/P of 8.4. His secondary fibers average 22.1 micron with primaries at 35.1 micron. His AFD is 23.48.
Dam is LHSA Superstition. Her density is 38 follicles /sq. mm, with a S/P of 12.1. Her secondary fibers average 19.8 micron with primaries at 26.1 micron. Her AFD 20.28
Awards
2022 Carolina Alpaca Parade, Halter Full Fleece Suri Dark Male Yearling
2022 Carolina Alpaca Celebration, Halter Full Fleece Suri Dark Male Yearling
2021 The Suri Networks All Suri Fleece Show Fleece, Suri Brown Male Juvenile
2021 AOA National Show, Innovative Fleece Assessment Grade 2 Suri Brown
2021 MAPACA Jubilee Halter, Full Fleece Suri Brown Male Juvenile
2021 Mid-Atlantic Alpaca Gala, Halter Full Fleece Suri Brown Male Juvenile