Llamas (species name Lama glama) are mammals and are part of the Camelidae family, which includes camels, vicuna, guanaco, and alpacas. The vast majority of these species except for camels are found in the South American countries of Chile, Bolivia, Peru, and Argentina. Llamas were domesticated more than 4000-5000 years ago and were used to carry up to 100 pounds of objects. Today llamas in South America are primarily used for their wool to make clothing and for meat. However, in North American, llamas are not used as a meat source. In North America wool is cherished by weavers and spinners of wool and made into blankets, scarves, and other clothing. One of the biggest uses of llamas is for showing and investment potential.

Quick llama facts:

Life span: Llamas typically will live up to 15-25 years

Height and Weight: Usually between 5'-6 in height, 200-450 pounds in weight

Wool Types: Single coat fleece with no guard hair; suri fiber; double coat fleece with guard hair

Personality: Intelligent, gentle, sometimes aloof, always curious

Native Habitat: Mostly found in Peru, Chile, Bolivia, and Argentina

Reproduction/Gestation Period: Induced ovulators (breed all year long); 350 days

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