Alpaca

Where do alpacas originate from?

• Africa

• North America

• South America

• Australia

What is the name of a male alpaca used for breeding?

• Llama

• Macho

• Guanaco

• Vicuña

What is the primary material alpacas are raised for?

• Meat

• Milk

• Wool

• Leather

Compared to llamas, alpacas are generally:

• Larger

• More aggressive

• Smaller and gentler

• Have shorter fur

What is the typical altitude range where alpacas live?

• Sea level to 1,000 meters

• 1,000 to 2,000 meters

• 2,000 to 3,000 meters

• 3,500 to 5,000 meters

What is a group of alpacas called?

• Troop

• Herd

• Pack

• Flock

What are some of the sounds alpacas make to communicate?

• Roaring

• Humming

• Clicking and humming

• Barking

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What are alpacas known for eating?

• Mainly meat

• A variety of foods

• Primarily fruits and vegetables

• Mostly grasses

What is an interesting fact about alpaca fur?

• It's coarse and scratchy

• It comes in a limited range of colors

• It's naturally water-resistant

• It sheds constantly

Alpacas are considered to be:

• Solitary animals

• Highly intelligent and curious

• Aggressive towards humans

• Nocturnal creatures

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