What is a group of sheep called?

a flock

A flock of sheep is a group of domesticated sheep that are kept together for various purposes, such as breeding, wool production, and meat production. Sheep are naturally social animals and prefer to stay in groups, called flocks, for protection, comfort, and communication. A typical sheep flock consists of a ram (male sheep), ewes (female sheep), and lambs (young sheep). The size of a flock may vary depending on the farming practices, but a common flock size can range from 50 to 200 sheep. The leader of the flock is usually the most dominant and respected sheep, called the alpha sheep or the boss sheep. Shepherds, farmers, and ranchers typically manage sheep flocks, providing them with food, water, shelter, and veterinary care. Sheep flocks are important to the economy worldwide, producing meat, milk, wool, and leather, among other products.