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Traditional llama husbandry and breeding management in the Ayopaya region, Bolivia.
Tropical animal health and production - 1 Jan 2010
Markemann A, Valle Zárate A
Abstract excerpt
The llama claims the largest population of the domestic South American camelids, most of which are raised in Bolivia. More than 53,000 rural families are dedicated to llama husbandry as part of their livelihood strategy. Contemporary Andean societies deliberately select animals for specific traits and employ substantial livestock management to secure subsistence. This study presents traditional llama husbandry...
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