Minecraft's diverse mob population includes the llama, a valuable addition since version 1.11. Resembling their real-world counterparts, llamas offer unique gameplay advantages. This guide details how to find, tame, and utilize these helpful companions for travel and cargo transport.

Table of Contents

• Where Llamas Live
• Appearance and Features
• Ways to Use Llamas
• How to Tame a Llama
• How to Attach a Chest to a Llama
• How to Put a Carpet on a Llama

Where Llamas Live

Llamas are most commonly found in Savannas – warm biomes characterized by yellow grass and acacia trees. They often roam alongside horses and donkeys.

You can also find them in the less common Windswept Hills and Forest biomes, usually grazing in small herds of 4-6, perfect for creating caravans.

Finally, llamas always accompany wandering traders.

Appearance and Features

Llamas appear in four main colors: white, gray, brown, and beige. They are neutral mobs, meaning they won't attack unless provoked, but will defend themselves by spitting at attackers.

Ways to Use Llamas

Llamas are excellent pack animals. Attaching a chest increases their carrying capacity, making them invaluable for exploration. Forming a caravan of multiple llamas further expands your storage capabilities.

Beyond cargo, llamas offer a degree of protection. While not powerful combatants, their spitting ability can deter and distract hostile mobs, giving you a tactical advantage. Decorate them with carpets for a personalized touch!

How to Tame a Llama

Taming a llama involves gaining its trust. Unlike horses, llamas don't require saddles, but they can't be directly controlled.

Step 1: Finding

Locate llamas in savanna or mountainous biomes. They usually appear in groups, simplifying the taming process.

Step 2: Mounting

Approach a llama and right-click (or use the equivalent action button on your platform) to mount it. The llama will buck; persist until hearts appear above it, signifying a successful taming.

Step 3: Using a Lead

While unrideable, llamas can be led with a lead. Attaching a lead to one llama will cause nearby tamed llamas to follow, forming a caravan.

How to Attach a Chest to a Llama

Simply interact with the tamed llama while holding a chest. The chest's inventory size is random (up to 15 slots) and cannot be removed once attached. Access the chest by holding Shift and interacting with the llama.

Caravan formation is simple: attach a lead to a tamed llama, and others within 10 blocks will follow (up to a maximum of 10 llamas).

How to Put a Carpet on a Llama

Right-click on a llama while holding a carpet to decorate it. Each carpet color creates a unique pattern.

Llamas transform Minecraft travel from a chore into an adventure. Gather a caravan, load up your supplies, and explore!