Why was the camel essential for trans-Saharan trade?
The people of Ghana often traded their gold for salt.
Why do camels have light brown fur?
Their fur is a similar colour to the desert sands and acts as camouflage to protect them from predators.
What animal is a camels friend?
I wouldn't necessarily say that a camel has a friend, but an animal they do get along with would probably be a bird or a marsupial. I don't think they wold get along with a dingo or coyote, or a CAMEL SPIDER!
mine did a 3 year trip with on average 150kg-250kg max would be around 350kg, some stood with 800kg (short)
Camels are capable of running as fast as 65 km/h (40 mph) for a short period of time, and can maintain a speed of around 40 km/h (25 mph).
How long is a camels pregnancy?
A camel is pregnancy lasts 15 months and mate autumn.
The gestation period for a camel in days is 402 days (13-14 months).
Camels have a gestation period of around 360 to 420 days.
Camels do not actually smile. They are known for having large and very movable lips. They often pull their lips back and expose their teeth, much like humans do when they smile, or move the lips and facile muscles in such a way that humans find humorous.
Why can camels walk on the sand?
well, they have fat storage in their hump so they don't get hungry. they're also native to the Arabian desert and it's climate so obviously it will be easy for them to walk in such hot and arid conditions.
In terms of the actual walking, the hoof is incredibly wide and gives the camel a lot of traction because of the increased contact area. That allows them to push through sand that would not give traction to humans.
How long can a camel store water in it's humps?
Camels do not store any water in their humps. The hump is a reserve of excess fat for energy.
No, they are not.
Camels are passive animals which peacefully co-habit with humans just like cows and horses.
Matter of fact, camels are used to transport people and supplies over deserts, just like a horse does on normal land. Because camels can survive longer without water in harsher environments than horses.
They also provide milk, just like cows.
Camels are peaceful animals which cohabit alongside humans and help the human race to prosper.
The only real danger from a camel is if you threaten a young or baby camel, the herd or mother will charge at you and kick you with their powerful legs to protect the young.
Camel's have humps for a reason. Inside their humps is where they store all their fat and water. Their hump is basically like a supply of all that they will need on their long journey accross deserts and such. So to answer your question directly: not far! They carry it with them!
What is the weight of a baby camel?
Camels usually weigh between 10-17 pounds at birth. As adults, they will grow to be as large as 100-190 pounds.
What is smarter a camel or horse?
a horse is probably more smarter because he has the knowledge to be ridden and to ride on a rein
Why do camels have thick leathery knees?
camels have thick knees for two reasons, first because they carry burden and second to stop the sand burning them when they kneel down.
What daily habits do camels have?
they dont because they onlly eat plants and their realitves are lamas
Camels are mammals and like all mammals, they reproduce sexually.
Camel toe is a more sexual anatomy reference. It refers to the ability of being able to see the outline of the female's vulva through her undergarments or tight clothing, like those made of spandex.
were someone has there trousers to high up and it goes up to the crack
Slang for when a females private parts visible through their clothing.
Why do camels have dry poo and concentrated pee?
they have dry faeces so they dont lose much water when they poo, and concentrated pee for the same reason
Did the three wise men travel on camels?
There is no definitave answer to this question. The Bible only states that these men came TO Jerusalem and departed by another way from Bethlehem. There is no mention how they personally traveled.