Camel Caravan in Kuwait

This Mug is one of a set of two that highlights Kuwait.  Most of you know I had the opportunity to teach high school math at the Universal American School in Kuwait for seven years.  This mug shows a camel caravan walking across the desert.

The word ‘camel’ comes from the Arabic word for ‘beautiful’. I am not sure beauty is the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about a camel, but there is much to admire and appreciate about these animals. 

Camels have been used for centuries as work animals to carry people and gear through the desert.  A camel can walk across terrain that vehicles cannot handle.  Goods are loaded onto a camel’s back with often more than one camel travelling in procession.  Known as a caravan, camels are tied together to be led with their cargo to their destination. 

What is so special about camels?  Camels can go for long periods of time without food and water.  

Camels are fed grass, grains, wheat, and oats.  When food is scarce in the desert, camels can survive on dried leaves and seeds.  Camels can eat thorny plants without getting injured due to their thick lips and their 34 teeth.  Their stomachs have three compartments which help them digest their unique diet.  Camels are herbivores so you won’t catch them eating meat.

Camels have the ability to go a long time without drinking water.  This helps them handle hot and arid conditions.  They also have the ability to drink large quantities of water very quickly.  A camel can drink 200 litres of water in three minutes.  

Learn more about my adventures while teaching in Kuwait in my book Travelling Tuesdays.  You can get an autographed copy of my book today. 

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