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"Alpacas are naturally very nervous and timid animals, so when people approach them, they may spit or run away, making them difficult animals to interact with," he added.

From Reuters • Jun. 22, 2023

Fiona Cairns, who has lived by the loch for most of her life and runs Loch Ness Alpacas, also said it was at the lowest she had ever seen it.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2023

Alpacas are related to camels and llamas and are known for their fuzzy coats and placid personalities.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2021

An alpaca was caught on camera chasing after a cougar when the feline grabbed the alpaca's 1-week-old baby, called a cria, at Cedar Creek Alpacas farm in Bingen, Washington, according to FOX12 Oregon.

From Fox News • Sep. 24, 2018

Alpacas of various shades, muslins, foulards, tarlatan, tulle, light silks, light in texture as well as colours.

From Routledge's Manual of Etiquette by Routledge, George