Anxious at the Portland airport? Beni the Llama is here for you, spreading joy

The gentle animals are part of Portland International Airport's effort to counter travel stress with soothing elements from nature.

Anxious at the Portland airport? Beni the Llama is here for you, spreading joy
Beni the llama gets a hug and inspires a laugh from a traveler at Portland International Airport last week.

The gentle animals are part of Portland International Airport's effort to counter travel stress with soothing elements from nature.

(Image credit: Jay Fram for NPR)