Classification of Dromedary Camel

(Genus) Camelus

They bear distinctive fatty deposits, known as humps, on their back. There are two species: dromedary camel, and Bactrian camel that has two humps and is native to Central and East Asia. Both species are domesticated; they provide milk and meat, and are working animals.

(Phylum) Chordate

Most recently evolved phylum in animal kingdom. Have three embryonic tissues, complete digestive and well-developed circulatory, respiratory, and nervous systems. They have (for at least some period in their life cycle) a notochord, a hollow dorsal nerve cord, and a post-anal tail.

(Kingdom) Animalia

Multicellular, eukaryotic, heterotrophic organisms. Most are motile (at least during part of their life cycle), reproduce sexually, have nervous systems.

(Class) Mammalia

Have most highly developed nervous systems in animal kingdom. Most do not lay eggs, and instead, embryos develop inside the mother and are not released until nearly or fully developed. Mammals have milk glands that provide nutrients for infants.

(Order) Artiodactyla

Have weight of body borne equally by third or fourth foot, rather than most or entirely by third toe (as in odd-toed ungulates such as horses)

(Species) C. dromedaries

It has one hump on its back. Native to dry areas such as deserts. Largely domesticated. Noted for their thick eyelashes and small, hairy ears.

(Family) Camelidae

Large animals with slender necks and long legs, and are strictly herbivorous. They have a three-chambered digestive tract. Their legs are attached to the body at the top of the thigh only (have to lie down by resting on knees with legs tucked under body).