Preserving Peru's Alpaca Heritage: The Urgency of Microchipping

The video discusses the significance of alpacas in Peru, highlighting their ideal living conditions in the Andes and their prized wool. It covers the international interest in alpacas, leading to smuggling issues and the Peruvian government's efforts to protect their stock through microchipping. The video also explores the growth of alpaca farming in Britain and its impact on the Peruvian alpaca industry, emphasizing the importance of preserving the livelihood of the Quechua people.

What makes the climate in the Andes ideal for alpacas?

• The high humidity

• The harsh and freezing conditions

• The warm temperatures

• The abundance of grass

Why has the Peruvian government started microchipping alpacas?

• To identify their owners

• To track their health

• To prevent illegal exports

• To increase their wool production

What is the main reason Peruvian farmers resort to smuggling alpacas?

• To escape harsh climates

• To improve local breeding

• To access international markets

• To avoid taxes

What is a notable feature of Peruvian alpacas compared to others?

• They produce less wool

• They are smaller in size

• They have a finer, denser fleece

• They are easier to train

What is at risk if the Peruvian alpaca industry declines?

• The livelihood of the Quechua people

• The local food supply

• The global wool market

• The tourism industry