Alpaca

Class

Mammals

 

Order

Artiodactyls

 

Family

Camelids

 

Origin

South America, species bred for over 4000 years

 

Diet

Herbivore

 

Curiosity

Smaller than the llama, it also differs from it in the shape and position of the ears. It has particularly sought-after wool and a docile character that makes it suitable for mountain trekking, pet therapy and as a companion animal.