Camel

Design

A camel has two sets of eyelashes that protect its eyes from the blowing sands of the deserts. A camel can allow its body temperature to reach up to 106°F (41°C), which allows it to travel in hot, dry areas without losing great amounts of water. The humps of camels are not used for water-storage; they are areas of fat, which provide food during shortage. They can store up to 100 lbs (45 kg) of food. A camel’s feet are specially padded to endure the hot sand of the desert without blistering.

Features

• The most prominent difference between the Bactrian and Dromedary camels is their humps. The Bactrian camel has two humps on its back while the Dromedary camel has only one.
• Another difference between these two species is the length of their hair. Dromedary camels have shorter hair than the Bactrian.

Fun Facts

• Camels are called “ships of the desert.”
• A camel can consume up to 30 gallons (114 l) of water at one time.
• It can close its nostrils to keep out sand.

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