Meet The Largest Alpaca Baby

We visited the Alpaca Loom yesterday and we were stoked to hear about the largest alpaca baby being born. A whopping 12.2 kilograms. We even got to meet the baba which was very cute!

Compared to the Norm

Generally alpacas weigh between 7–11 kilograms. So you can see why this 12.2 baby was rather surprising in comparison.

Location

This special alpaca baby was born near Paarl, in South Africa. Near Paarl, there is a place called the Alpaca Loom. The have a lovely vibe, with a feeding and petting pen. They have very informative tours and talks, all about the alpacas. They shave them for their wool and make amazing products on site.

Health and Development

You will be glad to know that the baby is growing bigger day by day. It is healthy and development is on track. Fortunately nothing has been hindered due to its larger size.

Parentage

Introducing the parents of the largest alpaca baby. They particularly average. Not larger than the average alpaca themselves, so the baby’s size is a bit unexpected.

Wrapping Up with the Largest Alpaca Baby

Let me know if you have seen a larger newly born alpaca in the comments below.

Next up ~

Watch An Alpaca Have A Sneezing Fit

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Jen Fitschen

Author at Animals Around The Globe. BSc Computer Science and Oceanography

I am passionate about all animals and wildlife, especially their conservation and preservation. I grew up fascinated by the natural environment and feel most at peace surrounded by untouched nature. I live by sharing this passion with others through diving, as I am also a freediving guide - stepping into another realm, sharing the ocean with all of the intriguing marine life.

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