Feet:
- Camels have broad, padded feet that act as natural snowshoes, distributing their weight evenly and preventing them from sinking into the soft desert sand.
- The thick soles of their feet provide insulation against the hot desert ground and protect them from sharp rocks and thorns.
Eyes:
- Camels have long, thick eyelashes that help to keep sand and dust out of their eyes.
- Their eyelids can close tightly, providing additional protection during sandstorms.
- They also have a special membrane called the nictitating membrane, or "third eyelid," that can move across the eye like a windshield wiper to further cleanse and protect it.
Nostrils:
- Camels have slit-like nostrils that can close almost completely, preventing sand and dust from entering their respiratory tract.
- When the nostrils are closed, camels can still breathe through their mouths.
These adaptations allow camels to navigate the challenging terrain and extreme conditions of the desert while conserving water and protecting their vital organs.