Did you know about the existence of leader sheep? 🐏 In brief, a unique breed of Icelandic sheep serves as leaders of the flocks. They're said to have superior intelligence and finely-tuned instincts, allowing them to lead their flock to safety before bad weather hits ⛈️🤔 The downside is that they're trickier to catch from the highlands when it's time for the annual gathering of the sheep 🤷 | Guide to Iceland

Encounter one of the world's purest breeds of sheep as The Trip Sisters make their way through the charming Icelandic countryside. | National Geographic Travel

533K views · 2.4K reactions | For 1100 years, the Icelandic sheep has forged it's own network of paths across Iceland. You might have mistaken them for man made hiking trails while travelling in Iceland, but they are actually made by flocks of sheep treading the same path for hundreds of years. | Icelandic Lamb | Facebook

Icelandic sheep, isolated for over a thousand years, produce lopi wool with two natural layers that trap heat, block wind, and repel moisture. From Viking times to today, the Lopapeysa remains a symbol of survival, sustainability, and Icelandic heritage. 🐑❄️ #icelandicheritage #iceland #icelandicsweater #lopapeysa #icelandparadisetours | Iceland Paradise Tours