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The alpacas were domesticated in South America.
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Alpacas were domesticated around 4000 BC
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They have padded feet that beneficial for the environment.
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Alpacas are a domesticated member of the camel family. They traveled over the mountains to get over to South America. Alpaca remains were usually buried in the floors of houses because it was a gift to the gods.
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They are used to create clothing with their fleece.
They are used for guard animals.
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They dont like being touched on the head.
They dont like being carried.
The scientific name is Vicugna Pacos.
Alpaca fiber comes in 52 different natural colors.
Alpaca fiber was known as fiber of the gods.
They can live up to 20 years.