What adaptations does a camel have to survive in its habitat?

Answer by  beck (1099)

Camels have nostrils that can close during high winds, long eyelashes to protect their eyes from sandstorms, large feet that splay out to walk on sand. They also conserve water.

Answer by  oceanpearl (164)

Camels have several adaptations that allow them to survive in extreme desert environments. They have long, thick eyelashes to keep out sand and large feet to prevent them from sinking into the sand. Camels also have the ability to open and close their nostrils in case of a sand storm.

Answer by  sfuhrman (46)

Camels thrive if in the right habitat. Their humps hold water for a long period of time and their teeth are great for what they must eat.

Answer by  pixiecat (250)

The hump which contrary believe it holds fat and it's a weapon against heat as it isolates it in the hump. They only eat green and fresh grass or leaves which contain a higher degree of moisture thus maintaining them hydrated for a longer period of time. Their sweat stays in their coat and repels sun light and rays.

Answer by  goldybar (37)

Besides their noticeable hum, camels have numerous adaptations to withstand their difficult habitat. Camels can lose up to 25% weight loss from sweating before becoming dehydrated, much more than most animals. Also, instead of remaining at a constant body temperature, camels can reach 106 degrees fahrenheit before they start sweating.

Answer by  lovelife (998)

The camel's hump helps it to survive for long periods of time without food or water as it carries fat and water within its body as a source for survival.