Alpacas and llamas are close relatives, but very different animals. Here are the key differences.

Size

Alpacas weigh 48–84 kg. Llamas are much bigger and can exceed 150 kg.

Ears

Alpacas have small, pointed ears. Llamas have long, banana-shaped ears.

Face

Alpacas have a flat, rounder face. Llamas have a long, prominent snout.

Main use

Alpacas are raised for their textile fiber. Llamas are traditionally used as pack animals.