Llama
Country
Specie
ISO3
USA
Language
English
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Locally adapted
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Not at Risk
Detailed local risk status
Not at Risk
Q'ara
Country
Specie
ISO3
PER
Transboundary name
Kara
Other name
Pelada
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Regional
Adaptability to specific environment
The breed is very well adapted to live in the drier highland areas.
Specific reproductive characteristic
The average age of animals used for breeding is reported as 24 months females and 36 months for males. The reproduction takes place all year round if good nutrition is provided.
Other special qualities
This breed endures poor quality pastures, is better adapted to locally harsh environments than advanced ruminants and able to tolerate a lack of drinking water.
Color comments
uni coloured: grey, dark brown, white <br>multi coloured: grey, dark brown, white with black
Wither height males
110
Wither height females
105
Weight males
90.00
Weight females
85.00
Other specific visible traits
long curved ears, face free of fibre
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Regional Transboundary Risk (detailed)
Unknown
Chaku
Country
Specie
ISO3
PER
Language
sp.
Transboundary name
Chaku
Other name
Tampulli, Lanuda
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Adaptability to specific environment
The breed is raised in altitudes below 4 000 m asl.
Specific resistance or tolerance
The animals are reported to be resistant against viral pneumoniasis.
Specific reproductive characteristic
The average age of animals used for breeding is reported as 24 months females and 36 months for males. The fertility is higher than in other camelids.
Special characteristic of product
This breed produces excellent dry meat for human consumption.
Color comments
uni coloured: grey, dark brown, white<br> multi coloured: grey, dark brown, white with black
Wither height males
110
Wither height females
105
Weight males
90.00
Weight females
85.00
Other specific visible traits
long curved ears, fibre on neck and face
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Location within country
andean highlands, above 3800 metres
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Unknown
Llamingos
Country
Specie
ISO3
ECU
Language
sp.
Other name
Ecuadorian Llama
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Adaptability to specific environment
Adaptation to natural pasture at 3 500 m asl. is reported for this breed.
Weight males
80.00
Weight females
75.00
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Kara
Country
Specie
ISO3
CHL
Language
sp.
Transboundary name
Kara
Other name
Lutica
Breed classification (geographic)
Regional
Adaptability to specific environment
The animals are well adapted to an arid environment, they thrive in very hilly regions with steep slopes.
Specific reproductive characteristic
The average age of animals used for breeding is reported as 24 months females and 36 months for males.
Special characteristic of product
The fresh meat is highly appreciated on the markets.
Other special qualities
The animals drink usually only once a week, even when water is available.
Color comments
uni coloured: grey, dark brown, white <br>multi coloured: grey, dark brown, white with black
Wither height males
105
Wither height females
95
Weight males
80.00
Weight females
75.00
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
indigenous breed
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Regional Transboundary Risk (detailed)
Unknown
Chaku
Country
Specie
ISO3
CHL
Language
sp.
Transboundary name
Chaku
Other name
Tajulli
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Adaptability to specific environment
The animals are very resistant to very low ambient temperatures, they thrive in the semi-desert pre-Andean region of the Pacific border.
Specific reproductive characteristic
The average age of animals used for breeding is reported as 24 months females and 36 months for males.
Color comments
uni coloured: grey, dark brown, white <br>multi coloured: grey, dark brown, white with black
Wither height males
110
Wither height females
105
Weight males
90.00
Weight females
85.00
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
indigenous breed
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Unknown
Llama
Country
Specie
ISO3
CAN
Language
EN
Transboundary name
Chaku
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Locally adapted
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Unknown
Argentinian Llama
Country
Specie
ISO3
ARG
Language
eng.
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Wither height males
95
Wither height females
82
Weight males
115.00
Weight females
100.00
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Laama
Country
Specie
ISO3
FIN
Year
2019
Trend
stable
Population min
50
Population max
500
Population figured based on
census at species level
Breeding male
10
Breeding female
250
Females bred pure
100
Herds
10
AI used
no
In situ conservation programmes in place
no
Reliability
not reliable
Geographical classification
Local
