Camel

The camel is a born survivor, every part of it adapted to grant it a comfortable life in an inhospitable world. At home in the Sahran desert, camels endure both the burning day and freezing night with grace. They have a good sense of direction and the tracks of camels may just lead travelers to life-saving deposits of water.
Many camels have been domesticated and serves in many roles, be it personal transport or hauling goods. They also have an important role as a stable source of food. Their ability to so easily live in the desert has left a mark on local culture. To most of the people of Sabiralsahra, the camel is a symbol of toughness and survivability. The Qawramal nomads live side by side with them and consider them nothing short of fellow tribe members.
Camels prefer flight over fight, but if pressed will join together for defense and uses their hooves to slam their attackers.

Basic Information

Anatomy

The camel is a quadrupedal mammal. It is coveres in light brown to yellowish fur. A notable hump rises from its back, used to store fat. Their head is at the top of an extended neck, giving them a good view. Camels are well-adapted to their arid home, the deserts of Sabiralsahra. Their coat protects them from the worst of both the heat and the cold. They can retain water for long periods of time and their organs efficiently extract nutrients from food, meaning they can go long periods of time without nourishment. Their two toed hoves gives them great stability on the sand and assists them in their wanderings.

Genetics and Reproduction

Camels reproduce through intercourse and enter a rut during times where the flock can manage to find plenty of water and food. The female carries the fetus in her womb for about one and a half year before giving birth. Camels have a single calf at the time.

Growth Rate & Stages

Camel calves are dependent on their mother for sustenance for the first two years of their life. They reach adulthood by their third to fifth year.

Ecology and Habitats

Camels are adapted to a desert environment and serves as one of the larger animals of the climate. They are noamdic and travel between different oasis and watering holes. They are a food source for larger predators.

Dietary Needs and Habits

Camels are herbivores and eat what grass, shrubbery and similar they can find. They even eat cacti, their leathery mouths protecting them from the thorns.

Additional Information

Social Structure

Camels have a strong herd-bonding instinct and aid one another on their journeys.

Domestication

Camels have been domesticated. Domesticated camels are much more comfortable around sapient species and often think of their riders as part of the flock.

Uses, Products & Exploitation

They not only serve as mounts, they are also invaluable for carrying heavy cargo across the desert. Their milk and meat are both used in local cuisine and their hide is used to make leather.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Camels are found in the sphere of Sabiralsahra. They are widely distributed across the Sahran desert.

Average Intelligence

Camels are smart enough to analyze their be aware of their surroundings and survive in a harsh landscape.

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

Camels have ears, eyes and a nose. They have thick eyelashes and hair in both their nostrils and ear canals that protect from irritants, such as sand.

Scientific Name

Arena Hospes

Lifespan

40 years

Average Height

1.8-2.1 meters

Average Weight

400 - 600 kilo

Geographic Distribution

• Sahran