Species in the family Camelidae Results 1 - 3
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Vicuna (Vicugna vicugna)
The smallest member of the camelid family, the vicuna is thought to be the wild ancestor of the alpaca. With large, forward-facing...  More
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Wild Bactrian camel (Camelus ferus)
The two-humped wild Bactrian camel is the ancestor of all domestic camels. It is extremely well adapted for the harsh desert clima...  More
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Guanaco (Lama guanicoe)
Described by Charles Darwin as “an elegant animal, with a long, slender neck and fine legs”, the guanaco is the largest wild membe...  More

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