What is the scientific name for a llama?

Question

I want to know what the scientific name for a llama is?

Answer 1

I'm checking my big book of generic names of mammals, and can report Jennifer is incorrect with the official spelling.  Sorry.  The correct scientific spelling of the genus is /Lama/.  It's credited to Cuvier, 1800 but had previously been invalidly proposed by a bloke called Frisch in 1775.

Answer 2

Fact Sheet - Llama

Llamas

Common Name

Llama

Scientific Name

Llama glama

Facts

    * Llamas are members of the Camel family.

    * Llamas are domesticated animals and have never been wild.

    * In South America, Llamas are used as pack animals, for the production of fibers (from their fur) for rugs and rope, as a meat source and even their dung is used for a heat source.

    * In the United States, llamas are used for fiber production, show and as guard animals.

    * Llamas are considered ruminants, however they only have a three compartment stomach versus the four for true ruminants.

    * Llamas have two toed feet, with a toe nail sticking out of each end of the toe. They walk on leathery pads on their feet, which give them excellent traction.

    * Llamas (like camels) will spit when angered or disturbed.

Answer 3

Doctor Llamus.

Answer 4

Lama glama