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Animal Diversity Web: Lama Pacos: Alpacas
A detailed description of the Alpaca, including sections on habitat, physical description, reproduction, and communication, among others.
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Fantasy Farms: About Alpacas
From the website of an alpaca farm, the page offers information about the history of alpacas and their recent import into the United States. You will also learn about the alpaca's physical characteristics, behavior, and commercial uses.
Curated OER
Animal Diversity Web: Alpaca and Vicugna (Or Vicuna)
Photograph of an alpaca (in the front) and its relative, a vicugna (in the back). Note the longer neck and shorter hair on the vicugna.