Llama vs Alpaca | Whats the difference

[@erickuhn1042]

My neighbor's farm has about 30 alpaca and they are the friendliest things. When I was a small boy they were super interested in me when walking up to the fence, now they mind their own business.

[@skylahenry8552]

They're like a cross between a horse, sheep, and giraffe lol

[@wormthirtyfour]

and yet theyre most closely related to camels lol

[@Khenfu_Cake]

@@wormthirtyfour Indeed. They are part of the same family as camels; camelidae. There's even been bred hybrids between a dromedary camel and a llama called a cama.

[@tmay1545]

Camel?

[@tmay1545]

@@wormthirtyfour Thanks!

[@tmay1545]

It would be fun to see a meeting of a camel and an Alpaca and a meeting of a camel and a llama.

[@leopardgeckotalk]

I think I need a security llama haha, great video :)

[@weezer7757]

Leopard Gecko haha I need one

[@thebestllama_yt978]

Leopard Gecko im here

[@Polyglot_English]

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[@daedoingthings4595]

You're gonna be a wandering trader in Minecraft

[@kebertxela941]

With a flamethrower.

[@sheepwithcorpsepaint8710]

Some people told me that they like my goats. Guess what. I have sheep.

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

🤣

[@jasonvoorhees895]

LOL hell, I work on a farm and I still keep calling them goats 😂

[@justmixie4362]

my dad had alpacas back in Peru

[@amelliacat569]

Cool

[@Polyglot_English]

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[@sishamrana7643]

thats dangerous you can't tame an alpaca its very dangerous go bright side and watch why

[@birdlady2725]

Did your family make clothing or anything from their fiber? That is so cool, as I love animals and would have been so happy as a child to have them.

[@lauryn4648]

Even though I knew they were different, this video still was interesting to me! :)

[@Polyglot_English]

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[@tafriocuhh3241]

Lirbs ÙwÚ ikr 😂

[@jujuperrault4762]

Thanks now i know the difference

[@ColoringKaria]

I am a hand spinner and I always struggle to know the difference this was the most helpful video I have seen on this! Alpaca for fiber, llama for work!

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Thank you!

[@GiftSparks]

These are adorable! Thanks for posting. The alpaca fur reminds me of Poodle Hair.

[@animaldude54]

I like how you gave spinnaker a unicorn outfit :D It’s so cute!

[@wolfiedabrony1802]

(Watching the video for the first time) Fiber? Why would you eat something so cute and innocent? (Finds out fiber means hair) Oh boy I feel way better!

[@waniacamps4783]

They both lovely! Thanks to show the difference between them.

[@cynthiaweinreich9585]

I adore both of them thank you for the information very informative and interesting

[@96sam26]

I didn't even know 2 years back these animals even existed. My goodness! They look friendly and fun.

[@fashionbug9880]

Llama fur is way less soft than I thought it would be! My dad visited a llama farm in California and they sell felted soap, so he got me one and it's very coarse. Also, when I was really young, I went on a school field trip to a zoo and my friend was super obsessed with llamas, so we went to them first. She was so excited and the llama spit in her eye! It was the funniest but saddest thing because she was in pain but she forgave the llama haha

[@mr.freezyandcatz3648]

Cool! I am getting llamas in November! His name is El Mustacho! He has a mustache! I love your channel! I did a llama show this week, it was amazing! I felt lots of things out of llama fiber! I am in a 4-H club and I was asked a lot if llamas spit! I told them basicly the same thing that you said! Anyway, you are so amazing!

[@heartlandequestrian7402]

Thank you for this video it helps me better understand lamas and alpacas

[@MarkandSandieInMotion]

We just visited a really cool alpaca and boutique, they’re so cool!

[@veerlevanmerwijk7862]

I'm so glad you made this video. I have alpacas and it's so annoying that so many people still call them llamas.Only a few things. First of all, I'm doing some camelids research and I found out there are four llama breeds, the classic (ccara), medium, wooly and suri llama (like the suri alpaca). The wooly and suri seem to have a lot of fiber/wool too. But even though, everybody said an alpaca is still way softer and has better quality fiber. I don't know what kind of llama you have and I don't know if everything I type is right, but maybe you can tell me?And something about alpacas, they are used as guardians as well and can kill dogs/foxes too. It's more likely to use a llama, since they're bigger and more confident, I agree, but alpacas can be used as guardians too.I didn't mean to offend you, I just thought I'd tell/ask you. :3Besides that, great video and your llama and alpacas look really cute!

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

+Veerle Van Merwijk some llamas have very good fiber, but typically alpacas are going to have better. No absolutely not, an alpaca should not be used as a guardian. Yes there is idiotic information out there of people saying that alpacas make great guardians, but try joining a Facebook group for alpacas, and there you will see the results of such an attempt. Many alpacas die because of this horrible advice. Yeah, an alpaca with an attitude might be able to run off something like a cat and it's funny more than anything else, but alpaca vs a dog (one that is a real threat and not a chihuahua) the alpaca will get killed or seriously injured.

[@fireguy7004]

@@HappyTailsAnimals No you're wrong. Alapcas are good guardians. They are very aggressive towards intruders. While there are Alpacas that have been killed, there are llamas that have been killed also. I lost an alpaca to my neighbors 2 Anatolians and their pyrenees. You could tell from the amount of wool torn out that he put up a hell of a fight. A llama would have also been killed. If alpacas were so weak, I would have lost one over that last 20 years I have had them. We have lots of coyotes and yes cougars. It took 3 big dogs to kill one. We have not lost a chicken either to any critter. I have an orphan deer her that lost its mother somehow. He has survived quite well because he hangs out here around the alpacas.

[@tejas517]

Wow!!! Really cool video. Also it is really inspirational to see someone so passionate about animals and staying true to your words I.e. consistency of making videos.

[@joshuarosen6242]

I have stroked quite a few alpacas and they do indeed have lovely soft fur.

[@artbyjune]

A very ibformative video and just what I wanted to know to tell the difference between the 2!

[@popstone116]

This video was so good I had to Subscribe. Really good video.

[@donnypodcast]

awesome video. I think I"m about to go on a binge about how to take care of alpacas, now.

[@bhaktiranjanadasacandala2905]

Thank you for the lesson. Such beautiful animals.

[@markanthonysolon9276]

i came here because of that grumpy alpaca walking bloke. just want to see the difference between the llama and alpaca. that casual aussie convo on the street was hilarious

[@notsureiL]

Llamas wears hats Llamas and alpacas are adorable.

[@patrickd4991]

I love animals and nature

[@myalaskavideos3140]

Very nice job on this video.

[@SuperMasterTurtle]

Do you have to be concerned about deer bringing in diseases that affect llamas or alpacas?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Yes that is a concern for some people.

[@suenzhong7891]

Alpacas look like they'd be nicer to hug than llamas because of their fur. Llamas look fun to run around with though.

[@mrconfusion87]

Lucky Andean Farmers! They got two of the cutest farm animals in the world! 😁

[@curioushammy9467]

I love your videos and are really helping me learn about some animals. ❤️ 🐭 🐶 🐱 🐴

[@yeffblanco]

Cool video Liked & subscribed. Was curious about differences.

[@joyjansen7551]

Can breed with an alpaca and a lama like with you can with a horse and a donkey or is this something that doesn't happen?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

You can but the animal you would end up with isn't desirable. So you want to make sure you prevent this from happening.

[@Aardbeitje]

That unicorn horn omg 😭😍

[@ramluckyguy7095]

Yes Ma'am Awesome Episode, your Explanation in "Diccent & Dignity" way ☘

[@LuisEdGm]

Thank you for clarifying

[@evab6901]

Hey, what do you need to know before getting a alpacka

[@youtalkinme]

God that plata alpaca is the most beautiful creature I ever seen

[@teresagibson2974]

Thank you for the video now I understand and have learned something new

[@ainedavis2533]

Thanks for making this video! I've always wondered what the difference was.

[@alexthepetrock7663]

I am using this video to help make a book because its part of my homework!

[@CamilleLMacLean]

Excellent video, very professional and informative. I think they're both cute. I would rather have an Alpaca though.

[@clfanno1409]

Are alpacas ok with being lest in a stable overnight?

[@llamafreak9213]

THANK YOU FOR THIS

[@dakshverma5398]

I read about Llama and Alpaca in 7th class textbook in India

[@faisalkhalfan3013]

Which is more profitable raising lamas or alpacas?

[@lesbinturong9605]

alpacas are more profitable to keep if you're selling their fibre, but they need llamas to protect them from predators, so your best option is to keep both!

[@phaserramone257]

So I said to the llama that looked down in the dumps, why the long face ?

[@jinismyt0nic754]

lmao that was hilarious

[@italy2206]

I loved the Video! Thanks you.

[@llamafreak9213]

Do you always body shear your alpacas?

[@lesbinturong9605]

i know this comment is three years old, but yes, she does! it's essential to avoid overheating and related health problems that happen when the fiber gets too heavy. she has a few videos on shearing and you can find them in the alpaca playlist she made :)

[@puppygirl3425]

I got a stuff animal alpaca and it was made out of alpaca fiber it’s super soft

[@lexihefferx878]

thankyou i have always wanted to know the difference :)😊

[@jazmina6736]

I was born in El Paso Texas I miss there it's so pretty and nice I went there to visit 2015

[@AlMahdi2k]

Do they have a common ancestor? Can they crossbreed?

[@meeraeisa5357]

How many pets do you have

[@Zaxten]

i wana hug an alpaca ;-; they look like walking teddy bears

[@girlandbunny8783]

Please make more alpaca vids!!! There isn't very much info about just alpacas and I really want to get some!!!

[@TempleThomas]

very good video I really enjoyed it thank you

[@wettoast6763]

Thank you!

[@survivor648]

I like how Alpacas have tussled hair on their heads❤️🥰

[@AnnSnowfrost]

They're so adorable :D

[@Rosieroothefatcarp]

0:53 The original color of an alpaca: Tan and white. Peekaboo is the same color as a wild vicuña: Tan and white. Not the same fur type.

[@peytonfiredepartment5567]

I have 5 Alpacas and 1 is a baby.

[@molliehaynes547]

I dont know if this is correct but I was told that alpacas are in the sheep family and llamas are in the camel ?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Oh that's very very wrong. Watch the video

[@spark20]

This video has my seal of approval. 😊😊😊

[@llamabottles1602]

I have showed this video to every body I have met. I extremely love all camelanies, but everybody else thinks they our the same animal. Thank you for explaining this to those who didn't know. However, another difference is their hair. Alpacas have a little fluff at the top!

[@shelberz1]

Thank you

[@kathykaura7219]

Whole world of new people being born everyday and having new experiences. "Getting over it" is not an option.

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Huh?

[@danao4912]

Awesome video! Just a request, could you do a prairie dog cage tour?

[@gabs_6358]

Alpacas are my favorite animals and I wish I was you so I could have them

[@michealnicasio7039]

How similar to camels 🐫? Where’s this ranch at?

[@MoppieDun]

They are sooo cute too :)

[@indrihanifahlestari9851]

Same case with goat and sheep?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

No. It's almost impossible for goats and sheep to breed. Llamas and alpacas can breed successfully.

[@literallybrit5337]

Ummmmmmm I want a llama how do I get one

[@nojorooney]

Littlest Glare I think you need to find a breeder, or someone that raises llamas.

[@jimcrawford5039]

What about Vicunas?

[@ShaneNChilly]

How many alpacas per acre is the rule of thumb? Also, are llamas not aggressive towards alpacas? How about male llamas?

[@LawrenceAnthonyKupai]

Are they nice to eat?

[@capricorner]

Do you recommend a male or female llama for a farm guardian

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Depends on what they are guarding. If it's sheep, goats, etc then either one is fine. If it's alpacas then it need to be female if the alpacas are female or male if the alpacas are male.

[@UMANAM1]

I would like to have a llama for protection for my Pygmy Goats. Where could I get one?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

You shouldn't keep a llama alone.

[@raechelann]

Nice job!

[@amberf.8056]

Can you help me? I really want to get a pet, but my dad is allergic to dogs and cats. I would like a small animal that is pretty easy to take care of because I have like no experience with animals. I would be so so so so so grateful if you could help.

[@amberf.8056]

Also, an animal that is not very noisy or give off Oder. (I want Anything but like a fish and things that I can snuggle with)

[@kaizen_00]

I want to meet these cuties😍😍. Love from India 🇮🇳

[@nolig888]

How much does an alpaca and llama cost?

[@cwavy2367]

Can you make a llama care video?

[@eloymontoya9200]

Idk why these are fun to look at.

[@llamaalpacaquack4912]

WHICH ONE DO YOU THINK IS BETTER?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

+Llama Alpacaquack there is no such thing as an animal that is better than another animal.

[@oliviakaufman4747]

Happy tails, I love your videos they give great and accurate information to let people know about animals. Can you do more videos on hedgehogs! I do research on them and watched your playlist can you feature Wilbur and Quill in videos more! Thanks!

[@alee7000]

I loveeee llamas!! I'm a happy llama now...♡

[@Marra0401]

An alpaca looks almost like a Llama!Sorry if i copied someone cause my internet aint good in the philippines!And now i know the diffence!

[@timobrien6673]

LLLAMAS ARE SOOOOO CUTE LIKE THEY ARE MY FAVORITE ANIMAL I WOULD LIGIT DO ANYTHING FOR THEM WHO EVER DOSN'T LIKE LLAMAS YOUR INSANE!!!

[@StormAngelWolf]

Really useful info thank you? Yes the whole family spits. Camels are far worse and they are huge. Their bite can be deadly too but they do Carry a metric ton laying down and can stand and long travel with that load.

[@benvanderwesthuizen724]

Did you get lbs and kgs confused in the video?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

No

[@nestorarcilaosorio2457]

As a chilean i always ask myself, is there any vicuña farms (vicugna vicugna); i always see videos with llamas or alpacas but never vicuñas, you know, just asking...

[@fireguy7004]

Not in America as far as I know. I dont believe the vicuna was available for export to America??? Guanacos were . We had a half llama half guanaco. His wool was amazing. As good or better than alpaca.

[@anirban5262]

Is wild version of alpaca --->vicuña, n wild version of llama> guanaco?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Kind of. Like wolf would be wild dog. Its closely related but one is domesticated from thousands of years of humans selective breeding them.

[@anirban5262]

@@HappyTailsAnimals ahhh ok

[@kenshin7440]

Are they expensive ?

[@lesbinturong9605]

buying show-quality alpacas can be a bit pricey, but the profit that their fibre produces more than makes up for the financial deficit!

[@hgghkkhgghu1736]

Our alpaccas dont split. What i can do?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Why do you want them to?

[@hgghkkhgghu1736]

Happy Tails because its normal , alpaccas split. I wanna know what i can do.

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Actually, it's not a normal behaivor, it's brought on by stress. If an alpaca spits, it's not happy. So do you wish they were unhappy??

[@krystalshelby]

saw an alpaca years ago and he/she was cute as hell❤️

[@765kvline]

Are they social animals, such as equines? If you buy one (of either variety) do you need to have a companion to him/her? How many infants do the females create at birth? Only one, two? Good video. I always wondered if they both were related to camels, since their lips and nose have the "camel" face. Are these expensive animals to purchase?

[@procow2274]

Both cute