Gemma the Camel Has Two Humps

The video introduces Gemma, a Bactrian camel, highlighting her size and age. It explains the unique characteristics of Bactrian camels, such as their two humps that store fat, not water, and their adaptations for harsh environments. The video also discusses the conservation status of Bactrian camels, noting that while domesticated ones are common, wild populations are critically endangered and expected to decline significantly.

What is the height of Gemma, the Bactrian camel?

• Nine feet

• Six feet

• Seven feet

• Eight feet

Where are Bactrian camels originally from?

• The steppes of Central Asia

• The deserts of Africa

• The forests of North America

• The mountains of South America

What do the humps of Bactrian camels store?

• Water

• Fat

• Air

• Food

Which feature helps Bactrian camels survive in high altitudes?

• Their long legs

• Their woolly coats

• Their large ears

• Their sharp teeth

What is the conservation status of wild Bactrian camels?

• Abundant

• Endangered

• Critically endangered

• Extinct