Camels have unique adaptations that allow them to survive in desert environments with little water. They store water in their bloodstream and can go up to a week without drinking. Their humps contain fatty deposits that provide energy, not water. Camels can lose 40% of their body weight before distress and drink up to 21 gallons in 10 minutes when water is available. Their mouths, stomachs, and teeth allow them to eat dry plants that other desert animals cannot.

1. Your teacher is going to read a text. Listen carefully and then state whether the statements below are true (T) or False (F). 1. Camel belongs to the family Camelidae. T --- F 2. Myth tells us that camel stores water in it's blood stream. T --- F 3. There are 3 species of Camel genus. T --- F 4. Camels can lose 40% of its weight before distressed. T --- F 5. Can go five to seven days before having drink. T --- F 6. It drink up to 20 gallons in about 10 minutes. T --- F 7. Camels mouth is not tough and rubbery. T --- F 8. They chew their food. T --- F 9. If mouisture-laden forage is available, camel will need s much water. T --- F 10. Camels are ruminants, similar to cows, with the three stomach. T --- F Task 1