Alpaca

baby alpacas

Name: Alpaca

Scientific name: Vicugna pacos

diet:  Herbivore

Size: 78-104 cm at withers 

More information :

           Alpacas are a domesticated species. They are sort of a small version of a llama. 

          Alpacas are bred specially for its fiber.Alpaca fibers are similar to wool and can be use to make woven and knitted items.

          Did you know? Alpacas have a three-chambered stomach?This allows maximum extraction of nutrients from food they eat.

         Alpacas have a life span of around 20 years. The gestation period is around 350 days.