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Diet:
grass and leaves
Lifespan:
20 years
Weight:
50 to 90 pounds
Number of young:
1 young
Carrying time:
11 months
IUCN status:
no
EEP:
no
Stamp, spit, run
When alpacas sense danger, they have different ways of defending themselves. As a warning, they will stamp with their front legs. If the danger doesn’t go away, alpacas can spit as a defense. They spit out the contents of their stomach. This gives off a huge stench. If the danger is too big, alpacas run away. They can reach speeds of around 50 kilometres an hour.
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Theme area: On the Move
You can see the alpaca in the ‘On the Move’ theme area. Here, you’ll discover how animals move and why moving or, conversely, staying still is important for survival.
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Species conservation in Eindhoven Zoo
The IUCN status of the alpaca is unknown. Unfortunately, many of the species you see in the park are endangered. They are struggling in their original habitat. Did you know that more than 10,000 animal species in the world are in danger of extinction? Together we can help them, with big, or small steps. Do you want to know how?