Domesticated

Alpaca

Vicugna pacos

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About

Alpacas are domesticated South American camelids valued for their soft, luxurious fleece. They are closely related to llamas but are smaller and primarily raised for their fiber.

Habitat

Andes Mountains of South America

Diet

Herbivorous - grasses and other vegetation

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Fun Facts

Alpacas come in over 22 natural colors.
They communicate using body language and a variety of sounds.
An alpaca's fleece is hypoallergenic and stronger than sheep's wool.

Conservation

StatusDomesticated

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