Yes, alpacas can eat blueberries — in moderation.
Safe, small and easy to hand-feed — good for training.
- Verdict
- In moderation
- Serving size
- A small handful
- Preparation
- Wash; feed whole (small enough not to choke).
- Food group
- Fruit
- Sugar per 100 g
- 10.0 g
Risks to know
- High sugar content can upset the C1 (fore-stomach) microbes and contributes to obesity
Benefits
- Antioxidants
- Low choke risk
How to feed blueberries safely
- Wash; feed whole (small enough not to choke).
- Offer by hand or spread out in a shallow pan so greedy eaters don't gulp — a small handful.
- Keep all treats under about 5% of the daily diet; hay or pasture and a camelid mineral come first.
- Introduce anything new gradually and watch droppings for the next day.
Nutrition facts (per 100 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | What it means for alpacas |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 84.2 g | Moderate water |
| Energy | 57 kcal | Low calorie |
| Sugars | 10.0 g | High — small portions |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | Low fiber |
| Protein | 0.7 g | |
| Fat | 0.3 g | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 12 mg | |
| Vitamin C | 9.7 mg | Not required — camelids make their own |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy — “Blueberries, raw” (FDC ID 171711).
Sugar compared with other treats
Grams of sugar per 100 g. Lower-sugar treats are kinder to the fore-stomach microbes and waistline.
Other good treats
Frequently asked questions
Can alpacas eat blueberries?
Yes, alpacas can eat blueberries — in moderation. Safe, small and easy to hand-feed — good for training.
How much blueberries can I give my alpaca?
A small handful. Treats should stay under about 5% of the diet.
How should I prepare blueberries for alpacas?
Wash; feed whole (small enough not to choke).
How much sugar is in blueberries?
About 10.0 g of sugar per 100 g (USDA FoodData Central).
Can baby alpacas (crias) eat it?
Crias should get milk, then hay and pasture. Hold off on treats until they are weaned and eating forage well, and always use tiny pieces.
See the complete list of foods alpacas can and can't eat, our feeding guide and the toxic plant checker.
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