How to Care for Alpacas
  • 1. What is the primary diet of alpacas?
A) Meat and bone meal
B) Grass and hay
C) Grain and pellets
D) Fruits and vegetables
  • 2. How often should alpacas be shorn?
A) Every 2 years
B) Never
C) Annually
D) Every 6 months
  • 3. What is the typical lifespan of an alpaca?
A) 1-5 years
B) 5-10 years
C) 15-20 years
D) 25-30 years
  • 4. Which of these is a common health issue in alpacas?
A) Diabetes
B) Cavities
C) High blood pressure
D) Parasites
  • 5. What type of fencing is suitable for alpacas?
A) Invisible fence
B) Electric fence (low voltage)
C) Woven wire
D) Barbed wire
  • 6. What is the gestation period for alpacas?
A) 15 months
B) 9 months
C) 11.5 months
D) 6 months
  • 7. What is a baby alpaca called?
A) Calf
B) Kid
C) Cria
D) Foal
  • 8. What is the minimum recommended acreage per alpaca?
A) 1 acre per alpaca
B) 5 acres per alpaca
C) 1 acre per 5 alpacas
D) 1 acre per 20 alpacas
  • 9. Why is it important to provide shade for alpacas?
A) To protect them from predators
B) To prevent heat stress
C) To encourage breeding
D) To keep them dry
  • 10. What is the recommended frequency for deworming alpacas?
A) Only when they show symptoms
B) Based on fecal testing
C) Every year
D) Every month
  • 11. Which mineral is essential for alpaca health?
A) Selenium
B) Sodium
C) Potassium
D) Calcium
  • 12. What is the purpose of toenail trimming in alpacas?
A) To prevent foot problems
B) To improve appearance
C) To help them run faster
D) To stop them from digging
  • 13. How do alpacas communicate?
A) Barking
B) Roaring
C) Meowing
D) Humming
  • 14. What is the best time of day to shear an alpaca?
A) Late evening
B) Hot afternoon
C) Any time
D) Cool morning
  • 15. What should you do if an alpaca is choking?
A) Give it water
B) Call a veterinarian
C) Slap its back
D) Leave it alone
  • 16. What is the ideal body condition score for an alpaca?
A) 1 out of 5
B) 5 out of 5
C) 3 out of 5
D) It doesn't matter
  • 17. Why should you avoid feeding alpacas grain?
A) They don't like it
B) It makes their fiber coarse
C) Can cause ulcers
D) It's too expensive
  • 18. Which of these plants is toxic to alpacas?
A) Clover
B) Alfalfa
C) Timothy hay
D) Rhododendron
  • 19. What is the purpose of a communal dung pile?
A) To control parasites
B) To mark territory
C) For sleeping
D) To provide fertilizer
  • 20. How often should you clean the alpaca's shelter?
A) Once a month
B) Never
C) Once a year
D) Regularly, as needed
  • 21. What type of water source is best for alpacas?
A) Dirty water
B) Salt water
C) Clean, fresh water
D) Pond water
  • 22. What is 'Berserk Male Syndrome'?
A) Aggression towards other alpacas
B) Overeating
C) Extreme shyness
D) Imprinting on humans
  • 23. What is the ideal herd size for alpacas?
A) Unlimited
B) 2
C) 1
D) At least 3
  • 24. Why are alpacas considered eco-friendly livestock?
A) They require large amounts of land
B) They produce methane
C) They eat only grain
D) Soft foot pads
  • 25. What does 'cushing' refer to in alpacas?
A) Lying down comfortably
B) Spitting
C) Running
D) Eating
  • 26. What is the primary use of alpaca fiber?
A) Construction
B) Medicine
C) Textiles
D) Fuel
  • 27. What type of climate do alpacas thrive in?
A) Temperate
B) Arctic
C) Desert
D) Tropical
  • 28. What is the normal body temperature for an alpaca?
A) 105-108°F
B) 99-102°F
C) 97-99°F
D) 102-105°F
  • 29. What preventative medication is often given to alpacas against meningeal worm?
A) Aspirin
B) Penicillin
C) Ivermectin
D) Vitamin C
Created with That Quiz — a math test site for students of all grade levels.