Dreamcatcher Alpacas

Light Silver Grey Alpacas

A pale grey made of black and white fibers mixed together, often with a darker head and legs.

Updated 2026-10-02By the Dreamcatcher Alpacas editorial team
Show code
LSG
Color family
Grey
Approximate shade
#C8C6C3

Good to know

  • Grey is a pattern of intermixed fibers rather than a single pigment
  • Grey over-dyes into beautiful heathered, smoky tones — think slate blue, heather purple and moss.

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FAQ

How common are light silver grey alpacas?
White and fawn shades are the most common; true blacks, rose greys and appaloosas are among the rarer colors.
Can you dye light silver grey alpaca fiber?
Grey over-dyes into beautiful heathered, smoky tones — think slate blue, heather purple and moss.
Does color affect fiber quality?
Historically white and light colors were bred for fineness first, so dark fleeces were often coarser. Decades of selective breeding have narrowed the gap considerably.