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The guanaco is a camelid native to South America that stands between 1 and 1.2 metres at the shoulder and weighs about 90 kg . The colour varies very little , ranging from a light brown to dark cinnamon and shading to white underneath. Guanacos have grey faces and small straight ears. The name ''guanaco'' comes from the South American language Quechua word ''wanaku'' . Young guanacos are called ''chulengo''.

Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates
Species identified by Joe Spandrusyszyn
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By Joe Spandrusyszyn

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Uploaded Dec 12, 2015. Captured in 1 Conservation Pl, Syracuse, NY 13204, USA.
  • f/6.3
  • 1/2000s
  • ISO800
  • 0.00735294mm