Llama (Lama glama) — Data Deficient Mammalia

Llama

Lama glama

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Camelidae

About

The llama is a domesticated South American camelid, widely used as a meat and pack animal by Andean cultures since the pre-Columbian era.

Fun Fact

The genus Lama is, with the three species of true camels, the sole existing representatives of a very distinct section of the Artiodactyla (even-toed ungulates) called Tylopoda, or "bump-footed", from the peculiar bumps on the soles of their feet.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in Pleistocene deposits in the Rocky Mountains and in Central America.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

25 years

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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