35 mm slide; color. Scientific Classification: Kingdom: Animalia; Phylum: Chordata; Class: Mammalia; Order: Artiodactyla; Family: Camelidae; Genus: Lama; Genus species: Lama glama. Animal characteristics: Head-Body Length: 1.2-2.25 m; Height: 1.1-1.2 m; Weight: 130-155 kg; Identification: The llama has a dense wool coat of variable color and markings; Habitat: Alpine grasslands and shrublands at 2,300 to 4000 m elevation; Diet: Herbivore: wide variety of grasses and leaves; Reproduction: Breeding season for the llama occurs in August and September. One offspring is born after a gestation period of 348-368 days. By eight months, the young are weaned. Females, which are induced ovulators, give birth every other year; Social Structure: There is relatively little information on the social organization of llamas. Evidence suggests they are territorial, with males setting up harems; Behavior: Llamas are well known for their spitting behavior. This is used to establish dominance or in response to being provoked; Status: No special status; Interesting Facts: Llamas are often used by people as pack animals. They can carry up to 60 kg for 30 km in a day. People also raise llamas as a source of wool and for pets.