Llama Basics
What is the average weight of a llama?
290-440 pounds (130-200 kilograms)
Both llamas and humans are both _ft. tall as an adult
6 feet tall
What is a llama's life expectancy? (How long do they live?)
15-25 years
As a pack animal, what animal is a llama the substitute for?
A camel
Why are llamas used as pack animals?
(Found in the section "Therapy Llamas")
Because of their kind, sweet, and calming natures
About how tall is a llama?
6 feet tall
Humans are around 119-180 pounds as an adult, which is more or less than a llama's weight?
Less than a llama's weight
In how many minutes can llamas stand up after they are born?
15-30 minutes
How much of of a llama's body weight can a llama carry, and for how far?
30% of their body weight for 20 miles
Why do llamas have two toes?
(Found in the section "Mountain Climbers")
To live in mountains easily
What is the scientific name of a llama?
Llama Glama
Are both humans and llamas social, or antisocial?
Social
In the wild, what continent do llamas live in?
South America
Are llamas cheaper, or more expensive than camels?
Cheaper than camels
When is National Llama Day?
(Found in the section "Conclusion & Fun Facts")
December 9th
Llamas have how many toes on each hoof?
Two toes
Are humans and llamas social, or antisocial?
Both are social
What is another name for baby llamas?
Crias
Llamas are a good pack animal, because they are part of what animal family?
In the wild, what mountain range do many llamas live on?
(Found in the section "Mountain Climbers")
The Andes Mountain Range
Llamas have a coat of ____ which can be ____, _____, or _____.
Llamas have a coat of wool which can be grey, white, or black.
Both humans and llamas are?
Mammals
What are three countries that llamas live in?
Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina
Why can llamas survive for a long time without water?
They have long intestines
What is the name of the Incan god that was a multicolored llama?
(Found in the "Conclusion & Fun Facts" section
Urchuchillay