[Lama glama]
Habitat: Worldwide
Height: 4′
Weight: 246-341 lbs
Average Lifespan: 20 years
Gestation Period: 12 months
Number of Young: 1
Conservation Status: Domesticated
– Gregarious and highly social, they live in groups of 20 individuals
– Very vocal, they use a variety of low and yammering calls
– Aggressive towards predators, they charge, kick, bite and spit
– Because of their protective nature of other animals, they are used as guard animals for sheep, goats, and horses
– Highly valued for their wool, which is used to make clothing
– Baby llamas are called “crias”