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

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

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

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

Some background information for anyone contemplating raising alpacas.

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

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

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

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