Kharai Camel Characteristics

Q.  Which of the following is/are true regarding the Kharai Camel?

1) They live on mangroves consumption.
2) It can survive in coastal ecosystem.
- Published on 15 Nov 16

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2

ANSWER: Only 2
 
  • The Kharai camel grazes on saline/mangroves and is tolerant to saline water.
  • Kharai Camel can live in both coastal and dry ecosystems.
  • It can swim up to three kilometers into the sea in search of mangroves, their primary food.
  • The camel is distinct from other camels because of its rounded back, long and thin legs and small feet.

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