Date taken: 2/8/2023

Facts about this animal

Appearance: Has a distinctive hump on their back, which is made of fat that provides them with energy and water during long periods without food and water. For identifying any camel, whether in the wild or at a zoo, Dromedaries have one hump, while Bactrians have 2

Habitat: Deserts of Northern Africa and the Middle East. Also invasive to Australia

Behavior: Can live with herds up to 30 animals, are notable for surviving days or even weeks without drinking

IUCN Conservation Status: Least concern