Bactrian Camel

Scientific Name: Camelus bactrianus

IUCN Status: WILD population is critically endangered

Native Origin: Central asia

A camel standing behind a wire fence with a pile of hay in front, in a field with grass and trees under a clear blue sky.

A camel’s humps do not store water; instead, they contain energy-rich fat that is metabolized when food is scarce.

Bactrian camels sweat at much higher body temperatures than most mammals. This adaptation allows them to conserve water.

Bactrian camels reach a top running speed of 25mph. Their “cousins”, the single humped Dromedary camel, can reach speeds up to 40mph.

Long eyelashes and sealable nostrils help protect against dust during frequent sandstorms in their natural habitat.

Gestation (time in utero before birth) lasts approximately 13-14 months.

POT-BELLIED PIG

Scientific Name: Sus domesticus

IUCN Status: Not evaluated

Native Origin: Domesticated Breed

A black pig with mud on its body standing on a patch of dirt and grass.

Pigs are highly intelligent animals and are often ranked among the most intelligent mammals, alongside animals such as chimpanzees, dolphins, and elephants.

Wallowing in mud helps pigs cool down, remove parasites, and protect their skin; mud also provides natural protection against ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Pigs were domesticated approximately 9,000–10,000 years ago, with domestication occurring independently in regions including eastern Anatolia and central China.

Pigs generally dislike being lifted off the ground and may resist when picked up, as they feel vulnerable when their feet are not supported.

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