SURI ALPACAS (pronounced SIR-ee) are characterized by independent flowing LOCKS and are prized for their LUSTER. They are elegant and graceful. Suris are the rarest of the alpaca breeds – they make up about 15 % of alpacas in the United States.
Suri fiber has a cool, slick feel. It is as soft as cashmere, warmer and stronger than wool, and has the luster of silk. It comes in more natural colors than any other fiber-producing animal. It is virtually itch-free and is easy to dye. It blends well with wool and other fine fibers. The yarn can be knitted, crocheted or woven.
* CLICK PICTURES ON THE RIGHT for larger view of Suri Features
Suris offer distinct advantages in today’s marketplace over the common alpaca breed.
Suri breeders are supported by an active breed association which has taken the lead in developing a BREED STANDARD. Most other domestic livestock breeds in the United States have breed standards. The SURI BREED is the only alpaca breed with a breed standard.
The Suri Breed also has a FIBER HARVEST CODE for shearing suri fiber. Most fiber industries, such as the Wool industry and Mohair industry, have established harvesting codes for their fiber. In Australia and Canada there are alpaca shearing harvest codes.
The suri breed association has also taken the lead in PROMOTING SURI ALPACAS, with a media campaign in popular publications, such as USA TODAY.
It has developed products specifically designed for suri fiber and actively PROMOTES SURI FIBER at fiber trade shows.
The association is also working on a cooperative ONLINE MARKETPLACE site for suri breeders to sell their fiber goods.
Alpacas have been officially designated as farm livestock by the federal government since the passage of the 2008 Farm Bill. They are no longer considered exotic animals. There is now a solid body of research supporting best practices of raising alpacas and an environmental impact statement for the alpaca species has been developed.
Most breeding alpacas are registered with the Alpaca Registry, Inc. Learn how to read an alpaca registration certificate:
How To Read ARI Certificates
See our tips for alpaca business owners:
Starting An Alpaca Business
We are one of the best in the business - purchase from us and let us show you how we are different - Quality Suri Alpacas with Pedigree & Ribbons - Live Baby Guarantees on Bred Females - Reproductive Guarantees - Multiple Purchase Discount - Cash Discount - Financing.
We can get you started and we can help you succeed. We offer outstanding after-sale support. Who you buy from is just as important as what you buy.
If you want to SELL alpacas, buy quality!
We ship breeding stock nationally - you just have to be home when your alpacas arrive. It's that easy.
See our Sales List
We frequently have a wait list for our pets. Check Pet Availability
See our baby alpaca pictures, follow our daily farm life, learn more about alpacas on our BLOG PAGE:
My daily commute is a cup of coffee on the path to the barn . . .
Luna Rosa Ranch Suri Alpacas
Breeding Quality Colored & Patterned Suris Since 1998
The Luna Rosa Suri . . . When only the finest will do.
LunaRosaSuriAlpacas.com