Camels have been desert dwellers for millions of years, but their adaptations make them one of the most resilient animals on Earth.
Contrary to popular belief, camels don’t store water in their humps—those are fat reserves that provide energy when food is scarce. Instead, their bodies conserve water so efficiently that they can go weeks without drinking!
Their thick eyelashes and nostrils that close protect them from sandstorms, and their wide, padded feet help them walk across shifting desert sands without sinking. No wonder they’ve been called the “ships of the desert” for centuries!
