The Llama has been around for a long time. The ancestors of Llamas lived on earth way before human existence as human ancestors appeared between 5 and 6 million years ago.

Llamas are gaining popularity lately as they are now reared as a pet and for meat. A Llama is intelligent, and it can learn to understand and do some tasks. In fact, scientists taught a Llama how to use a mirror.

Here are interesting facts that will enrich your understanding of the fantastic species, Llama!

Fun Facts about Llamas:

• Llamas are tall, horse-shaped animals whose body is covered with wool of different shades.
• A Llama is a cousin of the camels.
• A baby Llama is called Cria. 
• Llamas are very outgoing, and they love walking and living with herds.
• The American Llamas originated from the hills of South America, particularly Peru, Bolivia, and Chili.
• A mature Llama weighs between 135 to 202.5 kg.
• The lifespan of Llama is around 20 to 25 years.
• Llamas have single births, and their gestation period is 11 and half months.
• The diet of Llama includes leaves and grass.
• Human beings domesticated Llama. But some Llamas love living in mountain terrain.
• Llamas are used as guard animals to guard sheep and goats.
• Llamas are very intelligent, so they can be trained using a click and reward system.
• A grown Llama can pull a cart with two adults.

The Communication of Llama

Llamas are quiet animals that communicate mainly through body language and a soft humming sound. Male Llamas make a clucking sound when they suspect the presence of a female Llama. A Llama species makes a loud alarm call to alert the entire herd when it is in danger.

The adaptations of Llama

• They have front teeth on the bottom jaw, and the upper part is just a rubbery pallet. The adaptation makes feeding safe as they take the leaves with their soft lips.
• They have molars on both jaws for chewing grass and leaves.
• Llamas have large eyes that can look in different directions independently from each other. Therefore, they can see predators from a far distance.
• Llamas spit to show defense and dominance within the herd.