Llama
Llama glama
Conservation Status: Domesticated
Breed Origin: 4,500 years ago in the Andes Mountains in South America
Size: 40-45" at the shoulders, 5-6 feet tall at the head; 200-450 pounds
Diet: Grasses and leaves
Lifespan: 15-25 years
Human Uses: Pack animals, fleece, meat
Llamas have thick, soft fleece which can be used for making yarn. They are also used as pack animals. If frightened or agitated, they can spit as a defense. Llamas are very social and intelligent.
Fun Facts!
- Llamas have a high hemoglobin blood count which makes it able to haul loads tirelessly at high altitudes!