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Alpacas help researchers in fight against COVID-19 – ABC News

In the race to find a vaccine against COVID-19, researchers have turned to an animal known for its spitting and surly attitude — the alpaca.

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In the race to find a vaccine against COVID-19, scientists have found an unlikely inspiration the alpaca.
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  • Scientists and researchers are studying alpacas in their fight to find a vaccine for COVID-19
  • Alpacas, camels and llamas all create two types of antibodies in their immune system
  • While research is ongoing, it may still be years until a vaccine is available to the public

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