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How to Identify and Classify Llamas
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  • 1. What is the primary distinguishing feature of a llama compared to other South American camelids?
A) Their wool color; llamas are always white.
B) Their ear shape; llamas have pointed ears.
C) Their temperament; llamas are more aggressive.
D) Their size; llamas are larger.
  • 2. What type of coat do llamas typically possess?
A) Short, smooth fur like a deer
B) Fine, silky fleece like alpaca
C) Coarse outer coat with a soft undercoat
D) Thick, matted wool like a sheep
  • 3. Which geographical region are llamas native to?
A) Andes Mountains of South America
B) The Siberian Tundra
C) The Australian Outback
D) The Sahara Desert of Africa
  • 4. What is the primary purpose for which llamas were historically bred?
A) Wool production
B) Meat production
C) Pack animals
D) Dairy production
  • 5. What is the typical lifespan of a llama?
A) 15-25 years
B) 40-50 years
C) 25-40 years
D) 5-10 years
  • 6. Which of the following is a common vocalization of llamas?
A) Humming
B) Meowing
C) Roaring
D) Barking
  • 7. What is a group of llamas typically called?
A) Pack
B) Pride
C) Flock
D) Herd
  • 8. What is the purpose of a llama's spitting behavior?
A) To defend against predators
B) To clean their mouths
C) To establish dominance or show displeasure
D) To attract mates
  • 9. What is the typical shoulder height of a llama?
A) 5-6 feet
B) 1-2 feet
C) 3.5-4 feet
D) 7-8 feet
  • 10. What is the dental formula of a llama most similar to?
A) Other Camelids
B) Cattle
C) Horses
D) Dogs
  • 11. How many toes are on each foot of a llama?
A) Two
B) Three
C) One
D) Four
  • 12. What type of digestive system do llamas have?
A) Monogastric
B) Pseudo-ruminant
C) Avian
D) Ruminant
  • 13. What is the gestation period of a llama?
A) Approximately 9 months
B) Approximately 15 months
C) Approximately 6 months
D) Approximately 11 months
  • 14. What is a baby llama called?
A) Calf
B) Cria
C) Foal
D) Kid
  • 15. What is a common sign of a happy and relaxed llama?
A) Tail tucked between the legs
B) Constant spitting
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) 25-30% of their body weight
B) 10% of their body weight
C) 75% of their body weight
D) 50% of their body weight
  • 17. What type of climate are llamas best suited for?
A) Hot, humid climates
B) Swamps
C) Tropical rainforests
D) Cool, dry 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) Various shades of white, brown, black, and grey.
C) Only grey.
D) Only black and white.
  • 20. What is the scientific classification for llama?
A) Equus caballus
B) Lama glama
C) Vicugna pacos
D) Camelus dromedarius
  • 21. What kind of social structure do llamas have?
A) Egalitarian
B) Nomadic
C) Hierarchical
D) Solitary
  • 22. What is the primary diet of llamas?
A) Fish
B) Meat
C) Fruit
D) Grass and hay
  • 23. Why are llamas often used as guard animals for other livestock?
A) They can communicate with other livestock.
B) They are faster than predators.
C) They produce a foul odor that repels predators.
D) They are territorial and alert to 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 banana-shaped, while alpaca ears are spear-shaped.
C) Llama ears are always white, while alpaca ears are colored.
D) Llama ears are held erect, while alpaca ears droop.
  • 25. What is 'Berserk Llama Syndrome'?
A) A dangerous behavioral problem in male llamas imprinted on humans.
B) A disease that causes llamas to become aggressive.
C) A common allergic reaction to llama wool.
D) A genetic condition that makes llamas unable to carry weight.
  • 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) 500-700 pounds
B) 250-450 pounds
C) 50-100 pounds
D) 1000+ pounds
  • 28. How frequently do female llamas typically give birth?
A) Every three years
B) Every six months
C) Every two years
D) Once per year
  • 29. What is the name of the process by which llama fleece is harvested?
A) Stripping
B) Plucking
C) Shearing
D) Combing
  • 30. Which of these traits is MOST indicative of a well-trained pack llama?
A) Docile and willing to follow commands
B) Aggressive and protective of its load
C) Constantly spitting to assert dominance
D) Highly independent and able to navigate on its own
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