In the vast desert, the camel is the most suitable means of transportation. It can continue living under conditions lacking water, can use rough desert plants as fodder, and can endure extreme heat and cold, greatly aiding transportation in these areas. It is known as the “Ship of the Desert.”
Camels are the best-adapted animals for desert life. Their long limbs and agile movement allow them to take large strides; their toes have springy pads to prevent sinking into the sand; their eyelids have two layers and long eyelashes to keep fine sand out of their eyes; their nostrils open at a slant and can close to prevent dust from entering. Additionally, the muscles in their noses have a high concentration of olfactory cells, enabling them to find food and have a keen sense for locating water, even without any scent. In the arid desert, camels can sense moisture from a distance. Coupled with their tall stature, this allows them to follow the faint sense of water step by step until they find it.