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Alpaca

Lama pacos

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Camelidae ›Genus: Lama

About

The alpaca (Vicugna pacos) is a domesticated species of South American camelid. Alpacas are similar to llamas, and are often confused with them. The two animals are closely related, and can successfully cross-breed. They are also closely related to the vicuña, which is believed to be the alpaca's wild ancestor, and to the guanaco.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Alpaca?
The scientific name of Alpaca is Lama pacos.
What kingdom does Alpaca belong to?
Alpaca belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Alpaca belong to?
Alpaca belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Alpaca belong to?
Alpaca belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Alpaca belong to?
Alpaca belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Alpaca belong to?
Alpaca belongs to the family Camelidae.
What genus does Alpaca belong to?
Alpaca belongs to the genus Lama.