Guardian
We brought the guanaco here in 2001 because of their reputation
for protecting livestock from predators. We have an occasional problem
with coyote and are hoping the guanaco will keep them away, especially
from the smaller antelope. It's still too soon to tell if this plan
will work because the guanaco need some time to become accustomed
to a territory in order to protect it.
How they live
Guanaco prefer dry open country either on the plains or in the mountains. Thye are mainly grazers but will also browse. Guanaco ususally form small family groups of about 15 individuals. The group consists of females, their young, and one male.
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