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- Llamas are clean and intelligent. They make outstanding pets and companions.
- Llamas are quiet, peaceful animals and make soft humming sounds to communicate.
- Llamas are indigenous to the High Andes of the South American countries of Peru, Bolivia and Chile. There are approximately 200,000 in North America.
- Llamas are classified as livestock. They come in a variety of colors, including: white, black, brown, gray, red and any combination of these colors.
- Llamas are easy to raise, can be handled by anyone and are safe around children.
- Llamas are hardy and adaptable to most climates, altitudes and conditions.
- Llamas get along well with goats, sheep, donkeys, horses, cats and family dogs, but, because llamas are a herd animal, it is best to have two or more together.
- Llama adults weigh 250 to 450 pounds. They live 20 - 25 years.
- Llamas require little space. 1/8 of an acre is fine for a llama and 4 foot field fence makes a sufficient enclosure.
- Llamas eat between 4 to 6 pounds of hay per day and require no special diets.
- Llamas are usually first bred at 18 - 24 months old. The gestation period averages 11 1/2 months.
- Llamas make cleaning the corral an easy task, as they "go" in only a few spots.
- Llama droppings are practically odorless, are low in nitrogen and make an excellent soil amendment.
- Llamas are easily transported in a pickup, van or trailer. They usually lie down in transit.
- Llamas can be trained to pull carts and carry a pack. They produce fine fiber for spinning.
- Llama shows and competitions can promote single llamas or an entire herd.
- Llamas very rarely spit at people - usually only when mistreated.
- Llamas qualify for certain tax advantages. They are an excellent income producing business.
- Llama prices start at approximately $400 for pet males and $2,500 for show quality females.
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- Site last updated on January 30, 2010 -
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