noun
- Members of the family Camelidae, a group of large hoofed mammals that includes camels, llamas, alpacas, guanacos, and vicuñas.
Usage: Plural form; used in zoology and general contexts.; Camelids are native to arid and mountainous regions of Africa, Asia, and South America.
Examples
- Camelids are well adapted to survive in harsh desert environments.
- The zoo's camelids include both dromedary and Bactrian camels.
- Llamas and alpacas are South American camelids often raised for wool and meat.
- Scientists study camelids to understand how they conserve water in arid climates.
- Many camelids have been domesticated for thousands of years by humans.
- The veterinarian specializes in treating camelids and other exotic animals.