The lammers season has begun, and that is clearly noticeable in the children’s farm. On Saturday morning, March 1, the first triplet was born, and two more ewes followed on Monday with three lambs each. In addition, the children’s farm also adopted three lambs, so that visitors can currently admire twelve young sheep.
According to ships Hans Blomme, a triplet at the Flemish sheep is not exceptional, but it requires extra attention. “We have to keep a close eye on whether the mother has enough milk for her three youngsters,” he says. “Fortunately, animal caretaker Frauke is ready day and night to give the animals the best care.