Bracing the Wild: 18 Remarkable Animal Adaptations for Supreme Survival in the Toughest Terrains

The Camel's Hump

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In the scorching deserts, the camel is king. Its hump, often mistaken as a water store, actually holds fat that the camel metabolizes for water and energy during long periods without food. This adaptation allows the camel to survive in an environment where resources are scarce.

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