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Alpaca
A domesticated relative of camels, raised in the Andes for its fine fibre.
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The alpaca belongs to the camel family, although it has no hump. Long legs and neck, a small head and pointed ears give it a slender outline. It was domesticated by Andean people and is raised primarily for its fine fibre. Its coat comes in many natural colours, so alpacas need not be white or uniformly brown.
There are two types: huacaya and suri. Huacaya fibre grows out from the skin, creating a fluffy appearance. Suri fibre hangs in long locks. These are not two separate species. Soft pads on the feet are another feature of the alpaca's anatomy; beneath the thick coat is an animal suited to mountain pastures.
Alpacas are herbivores, and Andean herds graze on the grasses of slopes and valleys. They need the company of other alpacas, communicating through quiet sounds and the positions of their ears, necks and tails. Spitting also serves as communication, especially between animals. Soft fleece does not mean visitors should touch the animals; keep your distance and follow the signs at the enclosure.
Pro děti
An alpaca looks as though it is wearing a very fluffy coat. It is related to camels but has no hump. It comes from South America, where people have long raised alpacas for fibre used to make cloth.
There are two types of alpaca: huacaya and suri. The first has a coat that stands out from the body, while the second has long, hanging locks. Their colours vary too. Long legs are hidden beneath the soft coat, and their feet have soft pads.
Alpacas eat grass and like living in groups. They communicate through quiet sounds and movements of their ears, necks and tails. They sometimes spit, especially towards other alpacas. Watch from the designated place without reaching through the fence. A fluffy appearance does not mean an animal wants to be stroked.
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