Alpacas
Alpacas at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Zoo
Fluffy, friendly, and full of personality—alpacas are one of the most beloved animals at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Zoo. With their soft fleece, gentle eyes, and curious nature, these South American natives win hearts wherever they go.
In the wild
Originally from the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Chile, alpacas were domesticated thousands of years ago for their luxurious wool. Social and alert, they communicate with body language, humming sounds, and the occasional spit to sort out pecking order!
At Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Zoo, our alpacas live in peaceful paddocks where guests can get up close and even hand-feed them in a calm, interactive setting.
How We Keep Our Alpacas Thriving
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Grazing Goodness
Alpacas enjoy a diet of pasture grasses, hay, and alpaca-specific pellets, which support their sensitive digestive systems.
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Calm & Comfortable
With open paddocks, shady shelters, and soft ground, our alpacas can roam, rest, and roll as they please—just like in the highlands they evolved in.
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Gentle Encounters
As part of our interactive animal area, guests can safely hand-feed alpacas and experience their gentle, inquisitive nature up close.
🐾 Come meet our alpaca herd at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium Zoo—whether they’re grazing, humming, or striking a pose, they’re sure to leave you smiling!
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