Filter
Type of listing
Breed
Your locationCity / town you live in
Distance from you
Keyword
4/100 characters
Average Breeder Reviews
Price
£
from
£
to
Popular filters
Sex

Male Alpaca Livestock for sale

Alpaca, also known simply as the "South American camelid," originates from the Andes Mountains in Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Chile. These animals are prized for their soft fleece. Physically, alpacas stand 81-99 cm tall at the shoulder and weigh between 48-84 kg. They possess long necks, large eyes, and pointed ears. Their fleece, which is finer than cashmere, comes in 22 natural colours and is sheared annually to yield 1.5-2.5 kg of wool. Alpacas are social herd animals known for their gentle temperament and communicate through humming, though they might spit when threatened. Typically living 15-20 years, they are efficient grazers with soft padded feet that minimise environmental damage. Alpacas are well-suited for sustainable fibre farming and are popular globally, including in the UK. Keywords such as "alpaca for sale UK," "buy alpaca," "alpaca price," and "how much is an alpaca UK" reflect the strong interest in purchasing alpacas and learning about their cost in the UK market.

Alpaca livestock  9 Month Old Male Alpaca – Hawthorn Chardonnay BL - Advert 1
11

9 Month Old Male Alpaca – Hawthorn Chardonnay BL

Alpaca

8 monthsAge
MaleSex
£500Price

Lovely 9-month-old male alpaca available, born June 2025. He is by Hawthorn Chardonnay, with Lane House Artic Fire as his sire, giving him a fantastic pedigree. He is a very friendly, inquisitive lit

DewsburyWest Yorkshire
Alpaca livestock 2 alpacas for sale black - Advert 2
4

2 alpacas for sale black

Alpaca

10 yearsAge
MaleSex
£800Price

Here we have bubble and squeak 2 male alpacas The bigger one (bubble) has one testicle remaining as they did not get both when castrated so possibly to breed from The smaller one squeak is fully c

ID Verified
WimborneDorset
Alpaca livestock Silver Grey Male Alpaca  - Advert 3
3

Silver Grey Male Alpaca

Alpaca

2 yearsAge
MaleSex
£1,000Price

Adorable since the day he was born, Leonardo has grown into a lovely looking and good natured boy. He shares his dams light silver grey fleece with a white face and neck. He also has his fathers looks

LlandeiloCarmarthenshire
Alpaca livestock Alpacas for Sale - Advert 4
20

Alpacas for Sale

Alpaca

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£100Price

We are searching for good homes for our friendly alpacas which sadly, we have to sell . We have females and males available, aged from 1 year to 16. Most of the boys are halter-trained and well exper

ID Verified
LlanfairpwllgwyngyllIsle of Anglesey
Alpaca livestock Entire Male Alpaca - Advert 5
3

Entire Male Alpaca

Alpaca

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£350Price

Rowan born July 25th last year to mum Humbug. He is now looking for pastures new with a new herd. Has been very well behaved since birth and is easy to catch to do any medication/foot trimming etc.

ID Verified
KingtonHerefordshire
Alpaca livestock Walking boys - Advert 6
9

Walking boys

Alpaca

1 yearAge
MaleSex
£2,600Price

Three super walking boys and one in training. 1 - Ashwood Jet Setter (Cedric) is a stocky, well built male with a stunning golden fawn fleece. He is a gentleman and a firm favourite with our custome

Licensed BreederID Verified
BoltonGreater Manchester
Alpaca livestock 4 male alpacas - Advert 7
4

4 male alpacas

Alpaca

8 monthsAge
MaleSex
£650Price

Gorgeous boys looking for their forever home. Perfect pets, lawn mowers or flock guards. Brown one and older black one are ideal for trekking. All BAS (British Alpaca Society) registered, microch

ID Verified
KeighleyWest Yorkshire
Alpaca livestock Alpacas  - Advert 8
11

Alpacas

Alpaca

12 weeksAge
MaleSex
£1,850Price

2 black males (shadow & Ferrari) 1 fawn brown (enzo) Sad to be posting these for sale looking for a forever home for these boys, lovely animals. Just had a baby so struggling to give them the atten

RochdaleGreater Manchester

FAQs

How much does an alpaca cost in the UK?

The price of alpacas in the UK varies widely depending on age, sex, quality, and breeding potential, typically ranging from around £200 for older alpacas up to about £2,500 for high-quality animals. Wethers (castrated males) generally cost between £500 and £750.

What are the disadvantages of raising alpacas?

Raising alpacas involves challenges such as needing ample space to roam, as limited space can cause stress, their social nature requires keeping them in groups to prevent loneliness and behavioural issues, regular veterinary care can be demanding due to limited experienced vets, annual shearing is essential to avoid health problems, and they require shelter from extreme weather, all contributing to ongoing maintenance costs.

Are alpacas considered livestock in the UK?

Yes, alpacas are officially classified as livestock in the UK and are primarily farmed for their fibre and breeding purposes, similar to sheep and other farm animals.

What is the lifespan of an alpaca?

Alpacas typically have a lifespan ranging from 15 to 20 years when provided with proper care, although factors such as environment and health management can influence their longevity.