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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Frequently asked questions
General
General
Alpaca manure is one of the best natural soil additives. It is bean-shaped with a dense structure that improves the soil texture and it increases the soil’s water holding capacities. It will improve and boost your soil fertility and the overall health of your plants. Additionally, the low nitrogen content will not burn plants.
Size: Both are camelids but they are not the same. Alpacas are shorter 42-46 inches tall and smaller, 100 to 175 # vs the larger llamas which range from 34 to 36 inches tall and weigh between 200 and 350#.
Personality: Alpacas tend to be shy and gently, and enjoy the company of their herd while Llamas are confident and comfortable being solitary.
Ears: Alpacas have short spear shaped ears while llamas have longer banana shaped ears.
Fiber: Alpacas have a much finer, crimped fleece compared to llamas and produce more of it due to the density. Alpacas have a greater range of colors than llamas do.
Face: alpacas have a shorter face than llamas who resemble a camel from the side.
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