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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 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) Short, smooth fur like a deer
B) Coarse outer coat with a soft undercoat
C) Thick, matted wool like a sheep
D) Fine, silky fleece like alpaca
  • 3. Which geographical region are llamas native to?
A) The Sahara Desert of Africa
B) Andes Mountains of South America
C) The Australian Outback
D) The Siberian Tundra
  • 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) 5-10 years
D) 25-40 years
  • 6. Which of the following is a common vocalization of llamas?
A) Roaring
B) Meowing
C) Humming
D) Barking
  • 7. What is a group of llamas typically called?
A) Pack
B) Herd
C) Flock
D) Pride
  • 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) 3.5-4 feet
B) 7-8 feet
C) 1-2 feet
D) 5-6 feet
  • 10. What is the dental formula of a llama most similar to?
A) Other Camelids
B) Cattle
C) Dogs
D) Horses
  • 11. How many toes are on each foot of a llama?
A) Two
B) Three
C) Four
D) One
  • 12. What type of digestive system do llamas have?
A) Pseudo-ruminant
B) Monogastric
C) Avian
D) 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) Calf
B) Kid
C) Cria
D) Foal
  • 15. What is a common sign of a happy and relaxed llama?
A) Ears forward and slightly relaxed
B) Ears pinned back against the head
C) Constant spitting
D) Tail tucked between the legs
  • 16. What is the maximum weight a llama can typically carry?
A) 75% of their body weight
B) 10% of their body weight
C) 25-30% of their body weight
D) 50% of their body weight
  • 17. What type of climate are llamas best suited for?
A) Tropical rainforests
B) Cool, dry climates
C) Hot, humid climates
D) Swamps
  • 18. What is a common health issue that can affect llamas?
A) Antennae damage
B) Scales
C) Parasites
D) Feather loss
  • 19. What color variations do llamas come in?
A) Various shades of white, brown, black, and grey.
B) Only black and white.
C) Only white and brown.
D) Only grey.
  • 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) Nomadic
B) Egalitarian
C) Solitary
D) Hierarchical
  • 22. What is the primary diet of llamas?
A) Grass and hay
B) Fruit
C) Meat
D) Fish
  • 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 produce a foul odor that repels predators.
D) They can communicate with other livestock.
  • 24. What is a key difference between llama ears and alpaca ears?
A) Llama ears are banana-shaped, while alpaca ears are spear-shaped.
B) Llama ears are held erect, while alpaca ears droop.
C) Llama ears are always white, while alpaca ears are colored.
D) Llama ears are longer than alpaca ears.
  • 25. What is 'Berserk Llama Syndrome'?
A) A disease that causes llamas to become aggressive.
B) A common allergic reaction to llama wool.
C) A dangerous behavioral problem in male llamas imprinted on humans.
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) Dairy farming
C) Pack animal services
D) Guard animal services
  • 27. What is the approximate weight range for an adult llama?
A) 1000+ pounds
B) 250-450 pounds
C) 500-700 pounds
D) 50-100 pounds
  • 28. How frequently do female llamas typically give birth?
A) Every two years
B) Once per year
C) Every six months
D) Every three years
  • 29. What is the name of the process by which llama fleece is harvested?
A) Plucking
B) Shearing
C) Combing
D) Stripping
  • 30. Which of these traits is MOST indicative of a well-trained pack llama?
A) Highly independent and able to navigate on its own
B) Docile and willing to follow commands
C) Aggressive and protective of its load
D) Constantly spitting to assert dominance
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