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Alpaca Livestock for sale in Wombwell, South Yorkshire

6 Alpaca Livestock for sale in Wombwell, South Yorkshire

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 Walking boys - Advert 1
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Walking boys

Alpaca

10 monthsAge
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

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BoltonGreater Manchester (42.3mi)
Alpaca livestock Four super BAS registered females for sale - Advert 2
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Four super BAS registered females for sale

Alpaca

3 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£625Price

Three lovely BAS registered, experienced breeding females and one gorgeous little pet female (also bas registered) for sale. - Leven Valley Harriet - 9 year old (2017) white female with great genet

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BoltonGreater Manchester (42.3mi)
Alpaca livestock 4 male alpacas - Advert 3
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4 male alpacas

Alpaca

6 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

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KeighleyWest Yorkshire (31.4mi)
Alpaca livestock Alpacas  - Advert 4
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Alpacas

Alpaca

7 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 (31.5mi)
Alpaca livestock Dark brown female cria ready now - Advert 5
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Dark brown female cria ready now

Alpaca

7 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£700Price

I have 1 female cria ready to leave now! They are from BAS registered parents (all can be seen) She must be going to join another herd of female alpacas, Will be vaccinated with heptavac and will be u

BakewellDerbyshire (24.5mi)
Alpaca livestock Selection of Alpacas for Sale - Advert 6
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Selection of Alpacas for Sale

Alpaca

4 yearsAge
MixedSex
£500Price

We are a small family run small holding that breeds a small number of alpacas each year. We have decided to reduce our herd numbers and have some beautiful boys and girls for sale. All BAS Registere

HullKingston upon Hull (46.9mi)

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.