Alpacas are originally from South America (they are part of the camelid family) and have been in Australia for around 20 years.  Traditionally alpacas were bred for their soft fleece, which has pride of place in the luxury fleece market.  Today they are also bred for shows and are even used by sheep farmers to protect their flocks.

Alpaca Quick Facts

• Alpacas are smaller than llamas, with a higher quality of fleece
• They can live well into their 20’s
• The gestation period for an alpaca baby (called a cria) is 11 months.
• Alpacas are herd animals so are happier in at least a pair.
• Alpaca fleece has superb thermal qualities and is classed as a luxury fibre.

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