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Alpacas

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Life span

In the wild

15-20 years

at the zoo

20-25 years

Size

Weight

100-200 pounds

Height

Height

Diet

Omnivorous

A lot of insects and occasionally plants.

Region

Originated from South America.

They are adapted to living in high altitude environments, such as the Andes Mountains.

Did you Know?

Did you know that alpacas have three stomachs? That's right, just like cows! They use each one to digest their food in different ways.

Conservation Status

Least Concern (LC)

The IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature maintains the Red List, a global database assessing the conservation status of species. It's a vital tool for tracking endangered species and guiding conservation efforts.

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