This gives their crias a chance to dry off before the chilly rain starts. The brand-new cria gets a better chance to withstand the weather of their new world. Crias normally weigh between 20 and 35 pounds, and the cria usually stands and nurses within 90 minutes. It is very rare for a llama to have twins, but there have been cases. However, these crias are usually small at birth and sometimes do not survive.
Llamas are generally easy to care for.
Llamas are becoming more popular for 4-H projects, scouts, FFA and other youth activities too. Llama manure or more frequently known as 'llama beans' are great for gardens, lawns and trees. Yes, weavers and spinners love llama wool. Llama wool makes very soft and warm sweaters. You don't usually shear llamas like a sheep or alpaca.