Llama
Llama (Lama glama)
Llama (IPA: /ˈlɑːmə/, Spanish pronunciation: [ˈʝama]) is a domesticated South American camelid, widely used as a meat and pack animal by Andean cultures since the Pre-Columbian era.
Etymology
The term "llama" is derived from the Quechuan word "llama". The Spanish term is pronounced with a "y" sound, [ˈʝama].
Description
Llamas are very social animals and live with others as a herd. Their wool is very soft and lanolin-free. Llamas can learn simple tasks after a few repetitions. When using a pack, they can carry about 25% to 30% of their body weight for 8–13 km (5–8 miles).
Related Terms
- Camelid: A group of even-toed ungulate mammals which includes the llama.
- Alpaca: A species of South American camelid, similar to, and often confused with the llama. However, alpacas are often noticeably smaller than llamas.
- Vicuña: A wild relative of the llama, and one of two wild South American camelids which live in the high alpine areas of the Andes.
- Guanaco: A camelid native to South America, closely related to the llama. Its name comes from the Quechua word huanaco.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Llama
- Wikipedia's article - Llama
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