Guanaco

The Guanaco exhibit at this Richmond West wildlife attraction introduces visitors to a graceful South American relative of the camel — a native of the Andes and Patagonian grasslands that moves with a loping elegance entirely its own. Guanacos are the wild ancestors of the domesticated llama and share with them an alert, inquisitive personality that makes for engaging wildlife watching. For Miami visitors who may be more familiar with African or Asian megafauna, the guanaco offers a refreshing encounter with South American wildlife that is often overlooked. Their long-limbed silhouette and expressive faces tend to make them an unexpected favorite among visitors of all ages.