Alpaca Farm New Jersey

phillyvoice.com: You can pet and walk alpacas at this New Jersey farm

Looking for something different to do outside? Bluebird Farm Alpacas offers guided visits on a working farm in New Jersey. The family-run farm hosts small group tours where visitors can meet the ...

alpaca farm new jersey 2

abc7NY: Artisans handcraft garments using alpaca fiber from Bluebird Farm in New Jersey

PEAPACK, New Jersey (WABC) -- At Bluebird Farm Alpacas, in addition to cuddling up and taking selfies with the furry and friendly pets, the fiber produced by them is handcrafted into hats, socks, ...

alpaca farm new jersey 4

Artisans handcraft garments using alpaca fiber from Bluebird Farm in New Jersey

alpaca farm new jersey 5

What Is a Peruvian Alpaca? Peruvian alpacas are a type of alpaca originating from—you guessed it—Peru, which is home to about 80 percent of the world’s alpaca population. In Peru, alpaca farming is a significant part of the economy, with wool products exported globally.

alpaca farm new jersey 6

Alpacas are especially popular in North America, Europe, and Australia. There are two modern breeds of alpaca, separated based on their respective region of endemism and fiber (wool) type: the Suri alpaca and the Huacaya alpaca.

alpaca farm new jersey 7

Alpaca, domesticated South American member of the camel family, Camelidae (order Artiodactyla), that derives from the vicuña (Vicugna vicugna). It inhabits high-altitude marshy areas in the Central Andes.

Alpaca (Vicugna pacos) are central to Andean life and weaving. Their lighter, finer fleece has been prized since Inca times and supports co-ops, weavers, and luxury markets.

Learn about alpacas, such as how long they live, what alpacas eat, and how they are different from llamas on Alpaca Academy, powered by Alpaca Owners Association, Inc.