Identifying the Differences Between Alpacas and Llamas
This essay will highlight some of the main characteristics used in distinguishing between llamas and alpacas, such as physical attributes, difference in temperament, and the common things they are cultivated for. A very significant telltale way of differentiating between llamas and alpacas is their conformation, or how they physically appear. There is a drastic and obvious difference in size between these species and it is often the easiest way to differentiate between the two. The articles states, “The llama is roughly twice the size of the alpaca. Most alpacas weigh between 100 and 175 lbs when fully grown. Llamas on the other hand weigh in the neighborhood of 200 to 350 lbs. with some as heavy as 400 lbs” (Openherd). Not only do llamas weigh much more than the standard alpaca but they also have a remarkable difference in height. The ears on these beloved pets and producers are another extremely easy way to see the
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Temperament varies in both species; however, the Rising Sun Exotics’ page states some of the most common distinctions. The information used points out, “...alpacas generally tend to be more skittish. I have found llamas to be mellower and generally easier to bond with…”(Openherd). We can tell from the gathered information that llamas are generally more companion animals where alpacas, in contrast, generally tend to avoid people more so. Many owners of each of these animals will tell you right away about the fun and unique personality of these amazing exotic pets. Said in the article as, “Alpacas are very much herd animals, while llamas are more independent minded...”(Modern Farmer). Some think there are no real differences , but there are notable characteristics that show how personable each of them are; variations definitely also depend on the individual
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When a baby llama is born, it is ready get going. Within 90 minutes the baby llama ready to stand, walk, and nurse. Before and when the baby llama gets to that point it is a good idea not to make the mother llama upset. The mother llama will spit, and kick to defend her baby. Why do they spit? What’s up with that? Llamas spit if they are provoked, protecting themselves or others (like baby llamas), and they spit at each other to show the other llama what the ranking is. Even though the mother and baby llama looks safe out in the open, it is best to get a nice, clean and warm place ready for them. The best habitat for the mother and baby should be in would be a place away from the other llamas. Keep the father away from the mother and the baby cause because the father llama is now known as a huge threat. The next way to make a habitat for the llama mama and the baby llama , which is actually called a cria, is to put bedding on the bottom of the inside habitat. The best bedding would have to be straw. When that is done make sure that there are no hazardous items in the habitat, because cause The the baby llama will be curious. The habitat needs to be i...
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