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About Alpaca
The alpaca is a domesticated species of South American camelid. Traditionally, alpacas were kept in herds that grazed on the level heights of the Andes of Southern Peru, Western Bolivia, Ecuador, and Northern Chile. More recently, alpacas may be found on farms and ranches worldwide, with thousands of animals born and raised annually. Alpacas are especially popular in North America, Europe, and Australia.
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Alpaca facts & figures
Quick facts
- Scientific name
- Vicugna pacos
- Diet
- Herbivore (grazer)
- Habitat
- Andean highlands & farms
- A group is called
- Herd
Conservation status
NE
Not Evaluated
Source: IUCN Red List via GBIF
Classification
- Kingdom Animalia
- Phylum Chordata
- Class Mammalia
- Order Artiodactyla
- Family Camelidae
- Genus Vicugna
- Species Vicugna pacos
Source: GBIF
Specs
Lifespan
15–20 yrs
Weight
48–90 kg
Size
120–150 cm
Top speed
40 km/h
Typical adult range
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