Camels have managed to survive the desert thanks to a variety of physiological adaptations. Water conservation: Camels produce little urine and are also very concentrated. In addition, their ...

Why are camels good at living in the desert? In this animation, Grandad Charlie, an elderly tortoise, tells his grandson Sam a story to illustrate how camels are adapted to their environment.

When camels do refill, however, they soak up water like a sponge. A very thirsty animal can drink 30 gallons of water in only 13 minutes. Other adaptations help dromedaries thrive in desert ...

A larger, firm hump signifies a well-nourished camel. This fat efficiently fuels their journeys, enabling them to endure harsh conditions. Their remarkable adaptations, including water ...

We learn about the adaptations of agama lizards, penguins, bats and camels. As they watch this clip, students could write down the names for the different animals observed. In each case ...