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