How to Identify and Classify Llamas
  • 1. What is the primary distinguishing feature of a llama compared to other South American camelids?
A) Their size; llamas are larger.
B) Their wool color; llamas are always white.
C) Their temperament; llamas are more aggressive.
D) Their ear shape; llamas have pointed ears.
  • 2. What type of coat do llamas typically possess?
A) Coarse outer coat with a soft undercoat
B) Thick, matted wool like a sheep
C) Fine, silky fleece like alpaca
D) Short, smooth fur like a deer
  • 3. Which geographical region are llamas native to?
A) Andes Mountains of South America
B) The Sahara Desert of Africa
C) The Siberian Tundra
D) The Australian Outback
  • 4. What is the primary purpose for which llamas were historically bred?
A) Wool production
B) Meat production
C) Dairy production
D) Pack animals
  • 5. What is the typical lifespan of a llama?
A) 25-40 years
B) 5-10 years
C) 15-25 years
D) 40-50 years
  • 6. Which of the following is a common vocalization of llamas?
A) Roaring
B) Barking
C) Meowing
D) Humming
  • 7. What is a group of llamas typically called?
A) Pride
B) Flock
C) Herd
D) Pack
  • 8. What is the purpose of a llama's spitting behavior?
A) To defend against predators
B) To establish dominance or show displeasure
C) To clean their mouths
D) To attract mates
  • 9. What is the typical shoulder height of a llama?
A) 1-2 feet
B) 7-8 feet
C) 5-6 feet
D) 3.5-4 feet
  • 10. What is the dental formula of a llama most similar to?
A) Dogs
B) Horses
C) Cattle
D) Other Camelids
  • 11. How many toes are on each foot of a llama?
A) Two
B) One
C) Three
D) Four
  • 12. What type of digestive system do llamas have?
A) Monogastric
B) Ruminant
C) Avian
D) Pseudo-ruminant
  • 13. What is the gestation period of a llama?
A) Approximately 11 months
B) Approximately 6 months
C) Approximately 15 months
D) Approximately 9 months
  • 14. What is a baby llama called?
A) Cria
B) Calf
C) Foal
D) Kid
  • 15. What is a common sign of a happy and relaxed llama?
A) Constant spitting
B) Tail tucked between the legs
C) Ears pinned back against the head
D) Ears forward and slightly relaxed
  • 16. What is the maximum weight a llama can typically carry?
A) 75% of their body weight
B) 10% of their body weight
C) 50% of their body weight
D) 25-30% of their body weight
  • 17. What type of climate are llamas best suited for?
A) Swamps
B) Tropical rainforests
C) Cool, dry climates
D) Hot, humid climates
  • 18. What is a common health issue that can affect llamas?
A) Antennae damage
B) Feather loss
C) Scales
D) Parasites
  • 19. What color variations do llamas come in?
A) Only white and brown.
B) Only grey.
C) Only black and white.
D) Various shades of white, brown, black, and grey.
  • 20. What is the scientific classification for llama?
A) Lama glama
B) Vicugna pacos
C) Equus caballus
D) Camelus dromedarius
  • 21. What kind of social structure do llamas have?
A) Nomadic
B) Hierarchical
C) Egalitarian
D) Solitary
  • 22. What is the primary diet of llamas?
A) Grass and hay
B) Fish
C) Fruit
D) Meat
  • 23. Why are llamas often used as guard animals for other livestock?
A) They are territorial and alert to predators.
B) They are faster than predators.
C) They can communicate with other livestock.
D) They produce a foul odor that repels predators.
  • 24. What is a key difference between llama ears and alpaca ears?
A) Llama ears are longer than alpaca ears.
B) Llama ears are held erect, while alpaca ears droop.
C) Llama ears are banana-shaped, while alpaca ears are spear-shaped.
D) Llama ears are always white, while alpaca ears are colored.
  • 25. What is 'Berserk Llama Syndrome'?
A) A common allergic reaction to llama wool.
B) A disease that causes llamas to become aggressive.
C) A genetic condition that makes llamas unable to carry weight.
D) A dangerous behavioral problem in male llamas imprinted on humans.
  • 26. Which of the following activities is NOT commonly associated with llamas?
A) Wool production (though less than alpacas)
B) Guard animal services
C) Dairy farming
D) Pack animal services
  • 27. What is the approximate weight range for an adult llama?
A) 250-450 pounds
B) 50-100 pounds
C) 1000+ pounds
D) 500-700 pounds
  • 28. How frequently do female llamas typically give birth?
A) Once per year
B) Every two years
C) Every six months
D) Every three years
  • 29. What is the name of the process by which llama fleece is harvested?
A) Stripping
B) Combing
C) Shearing
D) Plucking
  • 30. Which of these traits is MOST indicative of a well-trained pack llama?
A) Constantly spitting to assert dominance
B) Aggressive and protective of its load
C) Highly independent and able to navigate on its own
D) Docile and willing to follow commands
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