Alpacas are one of the oldest domesticated breeds of animals. Tended for their luxurious fiber, they played a central role in the Inca civilization of South America. Nearly driven to extinction by the Spanish conquerors, small herds survived in the high Andes mountains, one of the most inhospitable places on earth. Their fiber was even used to weave bridges!
The USA is home to a growing Alpaca herd sup[ported by people who have the vision to foresee a sustainable agricultural industry based on their fleece. Supported by an active national breed organization, an up-to-dateregistry, and a thriving national alpaca fiber cooperative, alpacas are a wonderful opportunity for anyone seeking a "greener" way of life.
