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llama
[ lah-muh ]
noun
- a woolly-haired South American ruminant of the genus Lama, believed to be a domesticated variety of the guanaco: often used as a beast of burden.
- the fine, soft fleece of the llama, combined with the wool for coating.
llama
/ ˈɑːə /
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Example Sentences
On certain occasions, a llama fetus is added to the mix.
The sprawling ranch with its eclectic art pieces, wandering llamas and sculptures, was featured in a music video for Capital Cities’ “Safe and Sound,” as well as other film and TV productions.
They'll see a descending disco ball, followed by a firework explosion shaped like the game's famous llama.
This license allows her to operate her Missouri zoo, Sunrise Beach Safari, where guests can hold sloths, see kangaroos and feed llamas.
Defra said keepers of cattle, sheep, camelids, including llamas and alpacas, and other ruminants must remain vigilant and follow the restrictions applying to animal movements.
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Llama Vs. Alpaca
What’s the difference between llamas and alpacas?
Llamas and alpacas are closely-related animals, and they look similar, but they are two different species.
They have a lot in common. Both the llama and the alpaca are thought to be domesticated varieties of the wild South American animal known as the guanaco. They are both ruminant animals—hoofed, four-legged mammals that eat grass and other plants. And they both belong to the genus Lama and to the family that also includes camels.
So how are they different?
Llamas are bigger. They’re known for their strength, endurance, and high thirst tolerance. For this reason, they’re often used as work animals to carry things over long distances.
Alpacas are smaller, with shorter ears. They are much fluffier than llamas, with fuzzy “bangs” that can partly hide their eyes. Their coats are very soft and silky, and they’re usually raised for their fleece, which is used to make very soft yarn or fabric.
So, the best way to tell the difference is by size and fluffiness. If it looks big and strong, like it can carry a lot of stuff, it’s probably a llama. If it’s smaller and fluffier, and its fleece looks like it could be used to make really soft mittens, it’s probably an alpaca.
Want to learn more? Read the full breakdown of the difference between llamas and alpacas.
Quiz yourself on llamas vs. alpacas!
True or False?
Llamas and alpacas are completely unrelated.
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