All About Alpacas

Alpaca Education Hub

Alpacas, llamas, guanacos and vicunas are part of the camel (camelid) family and originate from South America. There are about five million alpacas worldwide and about 40,000 in New Zealand.

Alpaca fibre is referred to as the ‘Fibre of the Gods’ due to the fact that it produces one of the most luxurious and valuable fibres in the world. The unique combination of softness, strength, thermal qualities and colour have created a worldwide interest from both the manufacturer through to the spinner and weaver.

The adorable and intelligent alpaca is revered by everyone with a love of animals and lifestyle farmers have sent prices to new heights. See for yourself when staying at our farmstay. A free farm tour is included.

Silverstream is a member of the Alpaca Association New Zealand.

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All About Suris Alpacas

Suri Alpacas Are Distinguished In The Camelid Family By Their Unique Fibre Characteristics.

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All About Camelids Alpacas

Alpacas, llamas, guanacos and vicunas are part of the camel (camelid) family tree. Treasured by the ancient Inca civilization, there are

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The Future of Alpacas

Unlike ostriches, angora goats and other exotic animals, there can be no mass production of babies or ‘cria’.

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All About Alpacas - Environment

Learn all about the Alapca Environment with a few helpful facts...

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Raising Alpacas - The Fun Facts

Some background information for anyone contemplating raising alpacas.

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Our Silverstream Alpaca Fleece

The animals at Silverstream Alpaca Stud are mainly white and light fawn although recently we have set about establishing a herd of grey and

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All About Alpaca Fibre

What Separates Good Alpaca Fibre From Other Natural Fibres Is The Beautiful Soft Handle And The Lustre Or Sheen.

A History Of Alpaca Imports Into New Zealand

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A History Of Alpaca Imports Into New Zealand

How did alpacas evolve in New Zealand, where did they come from and who were the major players involved in their establishment?

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The History Of Alpacas

Alpacas were first found in recorded history in the high altiplano region of South America, over 6000 years ago.

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Enjoy a guided farm tour to see the rare and highly inquisitive alpaca. One of the most beautiful, elegant and friendly animals in the world.

Visitors will be able to feed, touch and take photos with the animals.

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The multi-award winning Silverstream Alpaca Stud offers two luxurious self-contained farm-stay cottages on a Bed and Breakfast basis. Our major point of difference is the inclusion of an escorted 45 minute farm tour to see and feed the alpacas.

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