Llama

  [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”