Alpacas and Llamas in Peru

A trio of Suri alpacas (those with long dread-like locks that grow parallel to the body) huddles together at Awana Kancha in Peru. // © 2014 Zorianna Kit

Peru has 90 percent of the world’s alpaca’s population. // © 2014 Zorianna Kit

Visitors to Awana Kancha have the opportunity to feed the herbivore alpacas. // © 2014 Zorianna Kit

Awana Kancha is also home to llamas. // © 2014 Zorianna Kit

Alpaca fibers are colored using natural dye from plants and minerals. // © 2014 Zorianna Kit

After alpaca fibers are dyed, they are boiled in hot water before being hung to dry. // © 2014 Zorianna Kit

A Peruvian woman in traditional wear is weaving alpaca fibers at Awana Kancha.

Peru grows 120 different varieties of corn, some of which are on display. // © 2014 Zorianna Kit