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Camels

Camels are common desert animals that were once used, and still often used, to cross deserts with. Because they can go weeks without drinking water, they are easy to take care of. All questions regarding camels are welcome here.

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What is the purpose and function of a camel's mouth?

like what every mouth does!

it's where the food passes!

What is the kingdom of camel?

The Arabian horse belongs to the kingdom Animalia. This applies to all other horse breeds.
All horses, the Arabian included, belong to the kingdom Animalia.
In regards to the origin of the breed itself, it can be traced back to the Arabian Peninsula, and possibly the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The kingdom of the Arabian horse is the same as that of all other horse breeds as they are all the same species. The kingdom is Animalia.

Are camels afraid of snakes?

elephants lions(they eat their children)giraffes (they are much taller and can deliver a powerful kick} ostriches (same reason] and people. and also hippos. reptiles,too. some of them can be both big and mean. and last but definitely not least dogs.

What is the organs for breathing of camels?

Camels are mammals: as a rule, mammals possess a lung and respiratory system not unlike our own. In sandstorms or blowing sand they have the ability to close their nostrils. They time their breathing between the gusts of wind.
Same as any other creature with lungs?

What is the name of a camel with three humps?

There are no camel-related species with three humps. If there is a camel with three humps, it is most likely a mutation.
A figment of your imagination. There is no such thing.
A freak! Humphrey (humpthree)

What can you hump around the house?

Sofa, put your penis between the 2 pillows (leather sofas work best) and hump

Do camels see in color or white and black?

most camels do not camouflage as they cannot change colour like a chameleon or hide because they are so large and have got some abnormally large humps but some camels can camouflage because they are the same colour as the place they normally would live probably a desert which is a sandy-brown colour.

How camel adapt in the hostile environment without water?

they can last for long time without water because they have long tounges and 'dudes'

Why can a camel survive in the desert for a long period without drinking too much water?

The humps on their back store large amounts of fat, while their lowly-porous skin keeps water from sweating out, allowing them to have energy without having to open the mouths much.

What is a person who rides a camel?

Prophet Ismael is considered the first person to ride a horse in Islamic culture. However the first person to truly ride a horse is lost to time, though it is thought that it was likely a young adult or even a child.

Who would win in a fight a camel or a moose?

It really could all depend on what kind of tiger, but I would initially say tiger. A tiger and a bull moose are both really awesome and strong but ultimately- Tiger.

Answer 2:They are very capable of killing each other. It really depends on the type of the tiger and the size of the bull moose. A Siberian tiger could kill a moose because it is so large and strong enough to break a moose's neck. However, if the bull moose knocked the tiger with its antlers and sliced it open with its hooves, it might have a chance to win the fight.

How many liters of water can be stored in a camels stomach?

About 900lbs. (That's about 100 gallons) -My camels drank up to 130 liters at the most. This water gets stored in the blood stream (diluting the blood) after (just after they drink it) being stored in the stomach lining for about 24 hours.

How did camels get these adaptations?

The camel can store fat in hump(s) and store water in their stomach. They have broad feet to prevent sinking too much in the sand. They have long thick eyelashes and can close the nostril to keep out blowing sand. A heavy coat insulates them during the heat of the day, and during the often bitter cold of the night.

What is the male camel called?

A male camel is called a bull

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Scientists call them "bulls" as in this article: "Infertility in the dromedary bull" or just "male camels" as in this other one: "Hormonal and behavioral patterns in the male camel".

According to Merriam-Webster Online dictionary, a bull is:

a) male bovine; especially : an adult uncastrated male domestic bovine b) a usually adult male of various large animals (as elephants, whales, or seals)

Do camels moo?

yes i do know camels hear because i have a camel my self and i know i could hearr because i name it and when i call its name it lisens and i know i am talking all about my camel i am just trying to explane.

What are the characteristics of the offspring for a wolf?

A wolf either has long or short fur. The color ranges from black to grey to many shades of brown, white, and an orange-red. They have two long fang-like teeth called canines that sometimes show from under there lip. They have oval shaped eyes, pointed ears, and claws either white or black. They range in many different sizes; from 5 1/2 inches to 7 feet long and 3 inches to 4 feet at shoulder height. Its weight varies on how much food it is able to consume.

Do camels have 5 legs?

The camel was discovered in India,the Indians worshiped it and started making ancient paintings in temples,pyrimids,etc.They say god wanted the camel to be different so the Indians would never betray it,so he gave it 5 legs because he was sure no other animal had 5 legs.

How are a camels feet eyes and nostrills adapted for life in the dessert?

they have thicker skin so the desert temperature changes do not affect them

Does a camel camouflage?

My answer is no. A horse's fur is most likely built to blend in. A horse's escape route from a predator is most likely speed and brains.

What is used for the bristles of a camels hair brush?

Camel hair brushes are made from several types of soft hair, because real camel hair is too woolly to use in an artist's brush.

What are the three things which help a camel to live in the desert?

v Camels have a hump (or two) which stores water. This gives them energy as they go for a long time without food or water.

v When they do get access to water, they can drink up to 46 litres of water in one session.

v Camels have two rows of long eyelashes to help protect them against the desert sand in sandstorms.

v They can close their nostrils, also for the purpose of keeping out sand.

v They also have hair lining the inside of their ears to protect their ears from the sand.

v Their legs are long and strong, and their feet are split hooves with broad pads which spread out over the desert sand for more stability, preventing them from sinking into the sand.

v Their thick, leathery knees do not get burnt by the hot sand when they kneel.

v Camels have thick fur and underwool which acts as insulation against both the hot desert days and the cold nights.

v Camels' lips are thick and leathery, which enables them to eat prickly desert plants without it hurting their mouths (e.g. cacti).

v A camel's internal temperature can adjust accordingly in different conditions - this is an advantage because it helps the camel retain water by not sweating as the outside temperature rises.

v Camels absorb water in their blood, and their blood cells, they can well to almost 240% than their normal size without bursting.

v A camel's kidneys can concentrate urine to reduce water loss; consequently their urine will become very and thick and can be extremely salty.

v The colour of their bodies helps them to blend into their environment.

Hope all this info is helpful and useful ;D

Where does camels store food?

caamel is a remunant so he store its food in his compound stomach....

Is camel herbivorous or omnivorous?

No. neither the Camel nor the Elephant is omnivores. They are both Herbivores.

Elephants are pure vegetarians. Their diet includes huge quantities of grass and leaves from trees. They are also known to eat fruits and coconut. They are especially fond of Bananas. They are known to eat over 150 kgs of vegetation in a single day.

Camels on the other hand don't eat as much as the elephants but their diet too involves only leaves, grass and other plant materials