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their flesh and skins, and used them as
beasts of burden. From the form of their
feet they are well-fitted for travelling in
mountainous countries, and are therefore
preferred to mules. They are also kept
at a trifling expense. If let loose when
their day’s work is done, they will seek
their own food, and return in the morning
to renew their toil in the service of man.
Their flesh is esteemed very wholesome
and savory. Their wool is made into gar-
ments, ropes, and bags, by the native In-
dians. When provoked, the Llama, spits
at its tormentor. These animals cannot
carry very heavy burdens for any great
distance; but they are patient and can
be made very useful.