How to Identify and Classify Ilamas
  • 1. What is the primary characteristic distinguishing llamas from alpacas?
A) Llamas are larger and have longer ears.
B) Llamas have woolier fleece.
C) Alpacas are used for packing.
D) Alpacas have longer tails.
  • 2. Which physical feature is most reliable for identifying a llama?
A) Large eyes
B) Fluffy face
C) Short tail
D) Banana-shaped ears
  • 3. What is the typical height range of a full-grown llama at the shoulder?
A) 24-28 inches
B) 30-34 inches
C) 50-54 inches
D) 42-46 inches
  • 4. Which of these is NOT a common use for llamas?
A) Guard animals
B) Fiber production
C) Dairy production
D) Packing
  • 5. What type of coat do llamas typically have?
A) Double coat with coarse guard hair and soft undercoat
B) Short, bristly fur
C) Single coat of fine wool
D) Thick, greasy wool
  • 6. What is a common behavior exhibited by llamas when they are irritated or feel threatened?
A) Kicking
B) Spitting
C) Head butting
D) Biting
  • 7. What is the gestation period for a llama?
A) 6 months
B) 9 months
C) 11-12 months
D) 15 months
  • 8. What is the typical lifespan of a llama?
A) 5-10 years
B) 15-25 years
C) 10-15 years
D) 25-30 years
  • 9. Which environment are llamas best suited for?
A) Tropical rainforests
B) Flat, grassy plains
C) High altitude, mountainous regions
D) Desert environments
  • 10. What is the social structure of llamas typically like?
A) They are solitary animals.
B) They live in herds with a clear hierarchy.
C) They form temporary pairs.
D) They only interact during mating season.
  • 11. What is a baby llama called?
A) Kid
B) Pup
C) Cria
D) Calf
  • 12. What is a common color variation found in llamas?
A) Always multicolored stripes
B) Solid white, black, brown, or combinations
C) Always solid gray
D) Always spotted
  • 13. Which of the following is a sign of a healthy llama?
A) Excessive salivation
B) Drooping ears and lethargy
C) Dull coat and weight loss
D) Bright eyes and alert demeanor
  • 14. What type of digestive system do llamas have?
A) Monogastric
B) Ruminant
C) Avian
D) Pseudo-ruminant
  • 15. What is the primary diet of a llama?
A) Grasses and hay
B) Meat and insects
C) Fruits and nuts
D) Fish and algae
  • 16. What is the typical weight range of a full-grown llama?
A) 500-600 pounds
B) 250-450 pounds
C) 100-150 pounds
D) 700-800 pounds
  • 17. Which continent are llamas native to?
A) Africa
B) North America
C) South America
D) Asia
  • 18. What is one thing to watch out for when packing with llamas?
A) Keeping the pack very loose
B) Using a heavy metal pack
C) Not providing them with water
D) Overloading the pack
  • 19. Which llama breed is known for their silky wool?
A) There are no specific breeds of llamas distinguished by wool type.
B) Cashmere Llama
C) Huacaya Llama
D) Suri Llama
  • 20. Llamas are known for their intelligence. What task are they good at learning?
A) Speaking human languages
B) Performing circus tricks
C) Following commands and navigating trails
D) Solving complex puzzles
  • 21. What is a common reason for training a llama?
A) To enter them into llama beauty pageants
B) To race them in llama derbies
C) To teach them to play musical instruments
D) To be used as a pack animal
  • 22. What is a sign of stress in a llama?
A) Constant humming
B) Lying down for extended periods
C) Slow, deep breaths
D) Rapid breathing
  • 23. Which of the following is important for llama hoof care?
A) Applying hoof polish
B) Letting them grow extremely long
C) Regular trimming
D) Covering the hooves with boots
  • 24. What is the scientific name for llama?
A) Camelus dromedarius
B) Vicugna vicugna
C) Lama glama
D) Alpaca pacos
  • 25. Why are llamas sometimes used as guard animals for other livestock?
A) They attract other guard animals.
B) They are territorial and will alert to predators.
C) They can physically fight off predators.
D) Predators are afraid of their size.
  • 26. What is a key difference between llamas and camels?
A) Llamas can survive longer without water.
B) Llamas do not have humps.
C) Camels are smaller than llamas.
D) Camels are native to South America.
  • 27. Which of the following is a common health issue in llamas?
A) Diabetes
B) Parasite infestations
C) Heart disease
D) Arthritis
  • 28. What is an important consideration for llama fencing?
A) Electric fencing to deter grazing
B) Underground fencing to prevent digging
C) No fencing at all; they stay put
D) Adequate height to prevent jumping over
  • 29. Llamas are very vocal animals. What are common vocalizations that llamas make?
A) Roaring
B) Humming
C) Meowing
D) Barking
  • 30. Llamas are part of what family?
A) Equidae
B) Bovidae
C) Camelidae
D) Canidae
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