HEALTH NEWS
Anxious at the Portland airport? Beni the Llama is here for you, spreading joy
NOVEMBER 4, 2024 · 5:00 AM ET
By Katia Riddle
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When Beni the llama and Captain Jack the alpaca saunter with their handlers through the front doors of the Portland International Airport on a recent morning, time seems to stop.
People who were moments earlier hustling to their gates stand still. Those who were occupied with their phones look up and stare. Some take videos. A crowd quickly forms. Within minutes, a dozen people are lined up for the chance to have their picture taken with one of these animals.
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Cute. Llamas are strangely attractive. And all I’ve seen at a llama farm are friendly. Could be due to the fact that we had “llama food” and they’re all on special diets.
Scratching them was uniquely and strangely calming. Mush like petting a dog.
Wonder what the magnetism is?
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