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Alpaca - Is it the Greenest Animal On The Planet?

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Could it be that this gentle creature is possibly the greenest animal on our beautiful planet? There are many reasons why this is true. First, they are equipped with soft padded feet that are not harsh on the terrain, allowing them to freely graze without destroying root systems, unlike cows and sheep. Second, they are very efficient since one alpaca can produce enough fiber to produce 4-5 sweaters, while a cashmere goat can only produce enough for ¼ of a sweater. Third, they adapt easily to varying climates, conditions, and elevations from hot to very cold. Fourth, they eat less than 2% of their body weight each day and mostly native grass and do not destroy the natural vegetation. Fifth, their fiber is very precious since it does not contain any oil or lanolin, alpaca fiber is hypoallergenic. Alpaca fiber is breathable, moisture wicking, and has a highly durable strength that allows it to outlast other fibers. Sixth, alpaca farmers refer to alpaca poop as ‘Black Gold’ because it is such a valuable byproduct. You can literally take a scoop of alpaca poop out of the field and put it right into the garden without fear of burning your plants. Alpacas will use the same area as a bathroom, which helps control parasites and their poop makes for an all-natural fertilizer. Seventh, there are more benefits to this black gold. It has a dense structure which improves soil texture and increases the soil’s water holding capacity. Regular applications of black gold means you will need to water less over time.

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alpaca