| Latin Name |
Lama glama |
| Conservation Status |
Domesticated |
| Location
| Native to South America |
| Colour |
Browns/Cream/White |
| Length |
0.9 - 1.6 m (3 - 5.2 ft) |
| Tail |
- |
| Weight |
130 - 155 kgs (287 - 342 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
15 - 20 Yrs |
Main Characteristics
Llamas are South American camelids. They have a body length between 0.9 and 1.6 m (3 - 5.2 ft), and they weigh between 130 and 155 kgs (287 - 342 lbs).
Habitat
Llamas are native to South America, but they are not found in the wild. They are found commercially in Europe, North America and Australia and are used extensively by native human populations in South America.
Predators
Predators of Llamas include humans, coyotes, mountain lions and ocelots.
Subspecies
There are no subspecies of Llama.
Interesting Facts
Young Llamas are known as cria (pronounced cree-ah).
Similar Animals
Vicuña
Guanaco
Alpaca
Bactrian Camel
Dromedary Camel
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