- Unlike llamas, which are often used as pack animals, alpacas are primarily bred for their soft, luxurious fiber
- Alpacas are the smallest domesticated camelids, typically weighing between 100 and 200 pounds and standing 32 to 39 inches tall at the shoulder
- They are highly social herd animals that communicate through body language and a characteristic soft "hum"
- Their fleece is hypoallergenic, warmer than sheep’s wool, and naturally water-repellent
- Southern Arizona is home to several alpaca ranches where you can meet, feed, and learn about these gentle animals