Vicuña
Context
A wild relative of the llama, living in the high alpine areas of the Andes, known for its fine wool
Explanation
The vicuña is one of two wild South American camelids, the other being the guanaco, which live in the high alpine areas of the Andes. They are known for their fine wool, which is highly valued.
Applications
Vicuña wool is some of the most expensive wool in the world.
They are well adapted to the harsh conditions of the high Andes.
Conservation efforts have brought them back from the brink of extinction.