Alpacas - Frequently asked questions
Alpacas are native to the Andes in South America. ABQ Alpacas export live alpacas for breeding and fleece from Chile and Peru to Europe.
7. Feeding requirements.
Alpacas are browsers rather than grazers. they thrive on a low
protein high fibre diet.
A maximum of 14% protein in the diet is recommended. They also like meadow hay and silage.
8. Grazing requirements for alpacas.
Alpacas can be managed at a stocking rate of 4-6 per acre or 10 to 15 per hectare, depending on the amount of grazing available. Their feed requirements are rated at 1 alpaca per 1.2 sheep. N.Z. Ministry of Agriculture figures.
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1. The Alpaca2. Different types of alpacas
3. The Alpaca Family
4. How big are Alpacas
5. The alpacas temperment
6. The alpacas lifespan
7. Feeding requirements
8. Grazing requirements for alpacas
9. Alpaca hygiene
10. Farming requirements barns/shelter
11. Fencing requirements
12. Alpaca breeding
13. Veterinary care of alpacas
14. Shearing Aplacas
15. Alpaca fibre characteristics
16. Fibre selling.
