1. Camels can survive without water for up to two weeks thanks to their ability to store liquid in their humps.
2. Camels can withstand temperatures ranging from -40 to +50 degrees Celsius.
3. Camels have a third eyelid that helps protect their eyes from sand and sunlight.
4. Camels can drink up to 200 liters of water in one go.
5. There are two types of camels: dromedaries (one-humped camels) and Bactrian camels (two-humped camels).
6. Camels are among the fastest animals on sandy dunes, capable of reaching speeds up to 65 km/h.
7. Camels have very thick skin on their knees, which helps them protect against the heat of the sand.
8. Camels use their hump as a source of energy storage, not water as many people believe.
9. Camels can travel over 160 km in a day if needed.
10. Camels have special pads on their hooves that help them move on sand and prevent sinking.
11. Camels can make various sounds, including grumbling, purring, and even roaring.
12. Camels can produce up to 30 kg of dung in a day, which can be used as fuel for fires or building shelters.
13. Camels are social animals and have a complex communication system among themselves.
14. Camels have excellent memory and can remember locations with water for a long time.
15. Humans have been using camels for transporting goods across deserts for over 4000 years.
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