The Alpaca is a domesticated member of the Camel family and is a cousin of the Llama. Alpacas have been domesticated for over 6000 years, the Incas developed these cameloids into a superior fibre producer. An amazingly resilient animal, alpacas are hardy and adaptable to all climates and regions of the U.S., though Peru, Bolivia, and Chile are still home to the largest percentage of alpacas in the world. Alpacas come in 22 natural colors, which is more than any other livestock. There are two types of alpacas: Suri and Huacaya.