{"id":24711,"date":"2020-12-15T08:25:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-15T07:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=24711"},"modified":"2025-07-21T15:56:38","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T14:56:38","slug":"llamas-alpacas-vicunas-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/llamas-alpacas-vicunas-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"Llamas, alpacas and vicu\u00f1as &#8211; how to spot the difference"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Wondering what the differences between llamas, alpacas, vicu\u00f1as and even guanacos are?&nbsp; All four long-necked animals are camelids from the Andes of Peru but they have unique features that separate them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s likely you\u2019re somewhat familiar with llamas and alpacas, but it&#8217;s less likely you\u2019ve heard of their cousins vicu\u00f1as (vi-koo-nyas) and guanacos (gwa-nah-kos). Let\u2019s get you acquainted with these long legged, long lashed creatures before you embark for Peru.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/12\/peru-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/peru-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/peru-unsplash-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/peru-unsplash.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-llamas-vs-alpacas-what-s-the-difference\"><strong>Llamas Vs Alpacas: What\u2019s the difference?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you\u2019ve fed a llama or alpaca on a farm, or perhaps you were lucky enough to reach Machu Picchu and see one up close. Llamas are widely used as pack animals in the Andean region. They have thick wool that is not as soft or refined as alpaca fleece, which is prized for its wool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both can spit but are more likely to aim it at each other when they feel threatened. Generally they are curious, domesticated creatures that might approach you if they feel comfortable \u2013 so have your cameras ready for a cute photo or selfie!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-cool-about-llamas\"><strong>What\u2019s cool about llamas?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Llamas are quite independent and more chill than alpacas, but they also have an aggressive side that farmers often use to their advantage. Llamas make great guard animals for flocks of sheep, chickens, other livestock and even their more petite cousins, the alpaca. They can also carry up to a quarter of their weight so are popular as pack animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/12\/llama-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/llama-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/llama-unsplash-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/llama-unsplash.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-about-alpacas\"><strong>What about alpacas?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alpacas are much smaller camelids and a little more jumpy than the brave llama. Alpacas are bred for their wool, which is valued for its high quality and softness. Be sure to leave space in your suitcase for a few alpaca scarves, blankets or sweaters to take home. They make a wonderful gift or souvenir to remember your travels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/12\/alpaca-pexels-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/alpaca-pexels-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/alpaca-pexels-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/alpaca-pexels.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, we just showed you a cute picture of a fluffy little alpaca, so you might not like to think about how delicious they taste but\u2026 you can find and eat alpaca at restaurants throughout Peru. It is a healthy choice as it\u2019s low in fat and cholesterol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-tell-a-llama-and-alpaca-apart\"><strong>How to tell a Llama and Alpaca apart<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Llamas Vs Alpacas! The best way to tell a llama and alpaca apart is line them up side-by-side and you&#8217;ll see one is much bigger. That\u2019s the llama.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Obviously this isn\u2019t the easiest thing to do, so another way is to look at their heads. Alpacas have fluffy heads with flatter snouts, softer features and short ears. This also makes them cuter! Llamas have quite distinctive banana-shaped or devil horn ears and longer faces. Llamas also grow up to 1.7 metres, if you can get close enough to measure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>RELATED CONTENT:<\/strong><\/em> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/peruvian-potatoes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The fascinating history behind Peru\u2019s humble potato<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-so-what-s-a-vicuna-nbsp\"><strong>So what\u2019s a Vicu\u00f1a?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now we are down to the difference between wild and domesticated camelids. Llamas and alpacas are domesticated, while vicu\u00f1as and guanacos are wild. This means you won\u2019t see a shy vicu\u00f1a grazing nearby with a perfectly brushed coat ready for a selfie. No, you\u2019ll have to keep your eyes on the horizon to spot these slim and short camelids leaping across the high Andes. The pride of Peru, this is the national animal and appears on the coat-of-arms (despite being found in Argentina, Chile and Bolivia too).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The vicu\u00f1a is an endangered and protected species so they will be harder to spot. Vicu\u00f1as are also the smallest of the four camelids, growing to a maximum of just 85 centimetres high. The supremely soft fur can only be shorn every three years, which means you\u2019ll see vicu\u00f1a wool garments selling for upwards of $3000!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/12\/vicuna-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vicuna-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vicuna-unsplash-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vicuna-unsplash.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>GET INSPIRED: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/en-us\/tours\/land-of-the-incas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Land of the Incas<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-and-what-s-a-guanaco\"><strong>And what\u2019s a guanaco?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the largest wild mammals in South America, the guanaco \u2013 like the other camelids \u2013has thick skin on its neck to protect it from attacks. Locals use this skin to create the soles of shoes. You can tell a guanaco by its size and colouring: brown back, white belly and grey face with short, straight ears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s quite unlikely \u2013 but not impossible \u2013 to spot a guanaco in the wild on a trip to Peru. If you\u2019re seeking out this camelid, try Patagonia, Ecuador or Colombia. Similar to the vicu\u00f1a, they are protected and wild, but like llamas their fur is not prized.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/12\/guanacos-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-24714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/guanacos-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/guanacos-unsplash-330x186.jpg 330w, https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/guanacos-unsplash.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><em>Will you be able to spot the differences between llamas, alpacas, vicu\u00f1as and guanacos on your travels? Let us know in the comments&#8230;<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering what the differences between llamas, alpacas, vicu\u00f1as and even guanacos are?&nbsp; All four long-necked animals are camelids from the Andes of Peru but they have unique features that separate them. It\u2019s likely you\u2019re somewhat familiar with llamas and alpacas, but it&#8217;s less likely you\u2019ve heard of their cousins vicu\u00f1as (vi-koo-nyas) and guanacos (gwa-nah-kos). 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