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Bookmark or Share- Alpaca | Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology ...Alpacas are the smallest of the domesticated camelid species. Adult alpacas usually range from 100 to 200 pounds (45 to 90 kilograms). Their head and body length ranges from 47 to 85 inches (1.2 to 2.2 meters), and their tail length ranges from 6 to 10 inches (150 to 220 millimeters).
- Alpaca - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting FactsBy. Animals Network Team. The Alpaca is a domestic hoofed mammal that originated in South America. Its closest relatives are the domestic llama, the wild vicuna, and guanaco. Researchers believe that humans bred these modern day animals from vicunas. Alpacas and llamas look quite similar, but Alpacas are significantly smaller than llamas.
- Alpaca - WikipediaThe alpaca (Lama pacos) is a species of South American camelid mammal. It is similar to, and often confused with, the llama. However, alpacas are often noticeably smaller than llamas. The two animals are closely related and can successfully crossbreed.
- Alpaca Animal Facts | Vicugna pacos - A-Z AnimalsThe 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.
- Alpaca, facts and information - National GeographicAlpaca. Scientific Name: Vicugna pacos. Type: Mammals. Average Life Span In Captivity: 20 years. Size: 47 to 85 inches long. Weight: 100 to 175 pounds. What is an alpaca? Alpacas are members...
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