Lifespan:
up to 25 years
Color/Pattern:
Color patterns from pure white to fawn, brown, gray, and pure black with various shades in between
Range:
Alpacas originate from Peru, Chile, Bolivia and Argentina. With the growing demand for alpaca wool, large herds are being built up in South America, North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand
Shoulder Height:
90-110cm
Weight:
45-80 kg
Reproduction:
Sexual maturity is reached at 2 years of age for females, at 2.5-3 years for males. Alpacas are induced ovulations which means that they can be bred all year round
Gestation:
345 days (11.5 months)
No Offspring:
1 (twins are rare)