Alpaca - Wikipedia The alpaca (Lama pacos) is a species of South American camelid mammal Traditionally, alpacas were kept in herds that grazed on the level heights of the Andes of Southern Peru, Western Bolivia, Ecuador, and Northern Chile
Alpaca | Habitat, Diet, Lifespan, Facts | Britannica Alpaca, domesticated South American member of the camel family, Camelidae (order Artiodactyla), that derives from the vicuña (Vicugna vicugna) It inhabits high-altitude marshy areas in the Central Andes
About Alpacas Alpacas (vicugña pacos) are members of the Camelid Family and are a domesticated species of the South American camelid Camelids originated in North America over 40 million years ago Camels migrated east via the Bering Strait and llamas migrated to South America
Alpaca | Smithsonians National Zoo and Conservation Biology . . . The alpaca is a small relative of the camel domesticated by Andean people for its wool They are slender-bodied animals with long legs and necks, small heads and large, pointed ears Alpacas are covered in a soft fleece and have soft, padded feet
Alpaca Animal Facts - Vicugna pacos - A-Z Animals The alpaca is a camelid mammal native to South America Closely related to its larger cousin, the llama, the two species are able to interbreed Yarn spun from alpaca wool is popular for warm, soft sweaters, socks, mittens, and hats, making the fur of these domesticated animals a valuable commodity Five Incredible Alpaca Facts!
Alpaca: Characteristics, Diet, Facts More [Fact Sheet] Agile and hardy, alpacas have adapted to harsh environments that are often too challenging for other domesticated animals This article delves into the fascinating world of the alpaca, exploring their behavior, diet, habitats, and much more