This is the traditional pack llama. There are medium fibered llamas which may have abundant body fiber, but short fiber again on head, ears, neck and legs. Fiber may range from single to double coated - both being fine or course, or somewhere inbetween. Llamas frequently move from heavy fibered to medium fibered, as many llamas between one and three years old shed their head, leg and neck fiber. Although members of the llama industry often speak of llamas in terms of country of origin, i.e. Peruvian, Bolivian, domestic, this is country of origin only and does not define a type of llama.
Llamas are herd animals, and very much desire the companionship of other llamas.
So, although I can't imagine why you would want only one, there are certainly instances where this does work if the llama has the companionship of other livestock. The most compatible animals seem to be sheep or goats, although I do know of a few instances where its been a horse or a cow. Purchasing a healthy llama with good conformation, specifically, straight legs, a straight back line, with a calm temperament will ensure best ensure a long lived and enjoyable relationship with your new friend. Length of fiber, color, shape of ears, country of origin are factors which relate to personal taste and market preference. All Rights Reserved - including all graphics and photos on this entire site.