Sabamba Alpacas

Alpaca Information

Alpacas were a cherished treasure of the ancient Incan civilization that was located on the high Andean Plateau and mountains of South America. Alpacas were first imported to the US in 1984.

Alpacas are gentle and easy to handle. Clean-up is easy since Alpacas deposit droppings in only a few places in the paddock. They require minimal fencing and can be pastured at 5 to 10 per acre. Alpacas are herd animals and are not sold individually, but in groups of two or more.

Alpacas produce one of the world's finest and most luxurious natural fibers. It is sheared from the animal without causing it injury. Soft as cashmere, warmer, lighter and stronger than wool, it comes in more colors than any other fiber producing animal (approximately 22 basic colors with many variations and blends).

For more information on Alpacas visit the Alpaca Owner's and Breeder's Association online at www.alpacainfo.com.

Our Alpacas

Just as they were to the Incan's, Alpacas at Sabamba Ranch are our cherished treasures. Like members of our family, each animal has their own unique charecteristic that holds a special place in our heart. As you read through the descriptions of each Alpaca, we hope you will see the joy we experience in caring for these fantastic animals.

At Sabamba Alpaca Ranch, our goal is to breed for the finest in quality fiber, superior conformation and healthy alpacas. We have a growing selection of Alpacas with diverse bloodlines from some of the top proven genetics in the country. We feel our alpacas offer quality attributes that would enhance any herd and breeding program. We welcome visitors to our ranch and are happy to share our knowledge and experience. We pride ourselves on service and want to ensure all new owners have a positive and successful experience!

We have separated our herd into (select links at left):

Herdsires: Proven males with good qualities used for breeding.

Jr. Herdsires: Unproven males with good qualities to be used for breeding.

Females: Unproven and proven to be used for breeding.

Males: Non-breeders can be used as pets or for fiber.