The guanaco (Lama guanicoe) is a member of the Camelidae family, the Camelids. They are found in Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Chile, Argentina and Paraguay. They have double coats like llamas, one outer coat, the guard hair, and one inner coat, which is soft. Guanacos have been hunted for their meat and fur. It is believed that guanacos are the ancestors of the llama and alpaca. Interesting fact: Guanacos can run as fast as 56 kilometers per hour!
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Which zoos have them?
Artis (Netherlands)The Guanaco is listed as Least Concern (LR/lc), lowest risk. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category, on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species
Namings for the guanaco
A young / baby of a guanaco is called a 'chulengo'.Guanaco habitats
Grassland, Shrubland, Subtropical / Tropical High Altitude Grassland, Subtropical / Tropical High Altitude Shrubland, Temperate Grassland and Temperate ShrublandSome facts about the
Guanaco
Adult weight : 127.5 kg (280.5 lbs)
Maximum longevity : 34 years
Female maturity :365 days
Male maturity : 730 days
Gestation : 335 days
Weaning : 345 days
Litter size : 1
Litters per year : 1
Weight at birth : 11.5 kg (25.3 lbs)
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