Camelids (38) Flashcards

Dr. Nader

1
Q

What is the name for the incisive tooth in the llama? Describe the adaptations and function

A

caniniform

adapted to be shaped like canine teeth - used for asserting dominance over other llamas

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2
Q

How many incisors do llamas have total - upper and lower arcades?

A

8 total

2 up top (1 each side)
6 on bottom (3 each side)

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3
Q

Label 1-5

A
  1. upper incisor tooth - caniniform
  2. lower incisor tooth - caniniform
  3. canine tooth
  4. premolars
  5. molars
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4
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What are the two venipuncture sites in the neck of the llama?

A

cranial part of neck

lower part of neck - have to try and avoid transverse processes

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5
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In the llama, the dorsal region of the jugular is protected by _______ of the [cranial/caudal] region of [cervical/thoracic] vertebrae

A

transverse processes

cranial

cervical

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6
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Label 1-6. What part of the neck is it?

A
  1. ventral process of 5th cervical vertebrae
  2. common carotid artery
  3. vagosympathetic trunk
  4. jugular vein
  5. esophagus
  6. trachea

about 5/7ths of the way down

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7
Q

T/F: Llamas are ruminants

A

FALSE - do not have rumens, technically hind-gut fermenters

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8
Q

How many chambers does a llama have?

A

3 (C-1, C-2, C-3)

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9
Q

Why are camelid stomachs NOT considered one like the ruminant?

A

because of the saccules inside - allows for fermentation of plants

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10
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Heads up - anatomy lab will have a llama skull in lab. Identify caniniform teeth!

A

will not ask Tridian

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11
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Label 1-6

A
  1. first caudal - C-1
  2. first cranial - C-1
  3. third - C-3
  4. spiral colon
  5. C-1
  6. saccules
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12
Q

What is this image showing?

A

saccules of llama stomach chambers

saccules at ventral region of C-1 or C-2

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13
Q

What is this?

A

camelid multi-chambered stomach

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