5 CURIOUS FACTS YOU DID NOT KNOW ABOUT ALPACA WOOL

AThe alpaca is an animal that is found most frequently in South America, it measures almost a meter, it can be brown, white or black. Its fur is a fiber highly appreciated by artisans to make various garments or accessories. Next, we will show you 5 things you did not know about alpaca wool

1. It is ecological
Alpaca wool differs from the others because it is 100% organic and natural, which generates a great advantage for it to be one of the most valued, since its use contributes to responsible and sustainable consumption. The reason is because alpaca breeding takes place on land free of pesticides and when feeding them no hormones are included, that is, the breeders are respectful of the environment.

2. It costs a lot
Surely many times you have wondered why alpaca is so expensive? One of the reasons is that they are scarce, since they only give birth to one calf for each female, in addition the price varies depending on the breed and the age they are. Likewise, alpaca wool is expensive because it is a high quality fiber, also taking into account that alpacas can only be sheared once a year.

3. Thermal properties
One of the most outstanding characteristics of alpaca wool is that the clothes made with this material can keep you warm or warm if the weather is cold, the surprising thing is that, if the weather is hot, it can keep you cool and not overheat, helps maintain your body temperature. This is because alpacas can withstand extreme temperatures, therefore, their fur is resistant to climatic changes.

4. It is the raw material for many products
But what is alpaca wool used for? If you are one of the people who chooses to buy what is artisanal and ecological, thus helping the environment, there is a variety of garments that you can buy made with this material such as: sweaters, bedspreads, rugs, bags, hats, gloves, wristbands, among others. These products stand out for being silky and shiny, even after washing them.

5. Where do I find alpacas?
They are most often found in Andean countries such as Peru and Ecuador. Where in Ecuador can I find alpacas? Generally in the Sierra, where there is a cold climate such as in the provinces of Cotopaxi and Chimborazo. They are animals raised by peasants and feed on the grass of some plants.