06 Do llamas produce fiber of high quality? How much do they produce?
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This article is from the Llamas & Alpacas FAQ, by Michael Shealy and William Bagwell with numerous contributions by others.
06 Do llamas produce fiber of high quality? How much do they produce?
Llamas are excellent fiber producers too. They usually have a dual fiber fleece, however, which includes 80-100% fine crimpy fluff and 20-0% straight coarse guard hair. The fiber is hollow, making it excellent for creating warm clothing. It is also oil free and has no inherent odor. The qualities make this fiber a spinner's dream, and it may be felted as well. The amount of fiber varies from animal to animal, but an average is about 2-5#s per year. Most llamas would need shearing every other year, some every year, and some every third year.
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