Tag Archives: farm animals

L = Llama

Sunday afternoon Tina and I chose to drive home from West Texas using the back roads. As we drove down the endless stretch of road I noticed 3 Llamas out of the corner of my eye.

Llamas

Do I stop? Do I put the car in reverse and back up the shoulder? Yes and yes!!

Llamas

These young ladies (honestly I have no idea if they are male or female – but they had beautiful eyelashes) stood and watched me walk to the fence. I slowly approached but avoided getting too close for fear someone would spit at me. Fortunately we had a friendly interaction. They allowed photos and even acted like they were expecting me to stop by and do a photo shoot!

Llama

And just in case you remember the post I did about Guard Donkeys you will be happy to learn that llamas are also used as guard llamas for sheep and other small farm animals.

The A – Z Challenge will run through April. Each day is a different letter and a different photo…I hope you all enjoy!

D = Donkey

This Donkey appears to be a guard donkey. He hangs out in a field with horses. It is my understanding that donkeys do not like coyotes, dogs, etc. and will protect farm animals from such creatures in the event of an attack.

Guard Donkey

Guard Donkey

So lets hear it for this brave little donkey!

Shy donkey

Shy donkey

Though he seems a bit shy and not a hero that likes to have a big fuss made over him!

donkey

The A – Z Challenge will run through April. Each day is a different letter and a different photo…I hope you all enjoy!