camelid
noun
cam·el·id
ˈka-mə-ˌlid 
: any of a family (Camelidae) of even-toed, ruminant (see ruminant entry 1) mammals having a 3-chambered stomach and including the camel, llama, guanaco, alpaca, and vicuña
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Each camelid also has its own trading card that frequent fliers like to collect.
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Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
22 Mar. 2026
Most of what experts know has been deduced from studying ceramics, camelid remains, and other religious sites, such as Akapana, that dot the Andean highlands.
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Gina Park,
CNN Money,
19 Aug. 2025
This high puna ecosystem, characterized by its harsh climate and sparse vegetation, is the natural territory of Peru’s national animal, the vicuña—a shy, elusive camelid renowned for having the world’s most luxurious wool.
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David Nolan,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 July 2025
The pair of camelids visit PDX’s new concourse about once or twice a month, but there’s no set schedule for when the cuddly duo might appear.
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Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Nov. 2024
Learn about the South American camelids whose fleece is used in these products.
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The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appétit,
7 Feb. 2024
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Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
22 Mar. 2026
Most of what experts know has been deduced from studying ceramics, camelid remains, and other religious sites, such as Akapana, that dot the Andean highlands.
—
Gina Park,
CNN Money,
19 Aug. 2025
This high puna ecosystem, characterized by its harsh climate and sparse vegetation, is the natural territory of Peru’s national animal, the vicuña—a shy, elusive camelid renowned for having the world’s most luxurious wool.
—
David Nolan,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 July 2025
The pair of camelids visit PDX’s new concourse about once or twice a month, but there’s no set schedule for when the cuddly duo might appear.
—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Nov. 2024
Learn about the South American camelids whose fleece is used in these products.
—
The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors,
Bon Appétit,
7 Feb. 2024
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“Camelid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/camelid. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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