Actually, this is not true. Technically wool refers to the fibers of certain animals, of which sheep is the main, but can also refer to the hair of goats, llamas (of which the alpaca is a cousin) and rabbits.
This is a common misconception, especially in the US.
EDITED TO ADD: Cashmere is considered a type of wool.
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Actually, this is not true. Technically wool refers to the fibers of certain animals, of which sheep is the main, but can also refer to the hair of goats, llamas (of which the alpaca is a cousin) and rabbits.
This is a common misconception, especially in the US.
EDITED TO ADD: Cashmere is considered a type of wool.