Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cria
noun
/ˈkrēə/
Definition
A young alpaca or llama.
Examples
- The cria can often be seen frolicking in the pasture, learning from its mother.
- After the cria is born, it remains close to its mother for warmth and nourishment.
- Crías typically weigh between 15 to 25 pounds at birth.
Meaning
The term ‘cria’ refers specifically to the offspring of alpacas and llamas, generally used in the context of these animals in domestic settings.
Synonyms
- offspring
- young
- baby alpaca
