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Dairy camels breed General about camel

The Charecteristcs of a Dairy Camel

Arvana dairy camel in Uzbekistan
Arvana dairy camel in Uzbekistan

In the following image, I’m going to tell you about the salient features of the dairy camel. A very typical example of a high-yielding dairy camel. Udder, teats, milk vein, and rib cage of a high-yielding camel. Such signs will help you in selecting a dairy camel. This camel is producing >25 kg per day. The udder conformation tells most of the dairy traits in camels.

A picture of dairy camel, showing the charecteristics of a good milking camel.

Camel is a Sustainable Dairy Animal

Camel milk production is stable in almost all seasons, which is very important for pastoralists when the milk of other animals is seized in the dry period. Camel intake per kg of milk produced is very low, making it an efficient biological model. Understanding the potential of the camel as a milch animal.

A beautiful dairy camel

I conducted a comprehensive scientific study (my Ph.D. research program) to chalk out the lactation curve of mobile camel herds in the above-mentioned mountainous region. The study revealed that camel is a potential dairy animal (average milk 10.22 liter/day) with a lactation yield of >3,000 liters. This production was harvested from the camels depending on the natural grazing with good access to water. This yield was gained from a unique eco-friendly, low inputs, free of drugs & antibiotics production system, providing safe milk. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/precious-camel-milk-resource-unappreciated-among-policy-kakar/

Udder, milk vein, belly and skin can tell the charecteristics of dairy camel.

The camel milk is getting appreciation from the different spheres of life. https://camel4milk.wordpress.com/tag/camel-dairy/

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Desert Exploration General about camel

Who is a Camelogist?

Camels eating dry wood in the desert, Sharjah UAE
Camel is really a unique and incredible player of the worlds' driest and arid ecosystems

Who is a Camelogist?

A desert explorer in the UAE, commonly known as a “camelogist,” is someone who specializes in the study and understanding of camels and their behavior in desert environments. These experts have extensive knowledge of camel physiology, behavior, and their adaptations to survive in arid regions. They often work closely with local communities and organizations to promote sustainable camel husbandry practices and conserve camel populations. Camelogists may also play a crucial role in camel racing events, camel milk production, and research related to camel health and genetics. Their expertise contributes to the overall understanding and conservation of camels in the UAE’s desert ecosystems.

Bernard Faye, French Camelogist
Dr. Bernard Faye, French Camelogist

While camelogists may not be as well-known as some other fields of study, there are several notable experts and researchers who have made significant contributions to the field.

Here are a few well-known camelogists

1. Dr. Bernard Faye: A renowned French veterinarian and camel specialist who has extensively researched and worked with camels in various regions, including the UAE and Africa.

2. Dr. Abdul Raziq Kakar: A Pakistani desert scientist and camel expert known for his work on camel genetics, breeding, and sustainable camel husbandry practices. Dr. Raziq is the founder of World Camel Day. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/importance-history-world-camel-day-prof-dr-abdul-raziq-kakar/

Dr. Abdul Raziq Kakar is the founder of the World Camel Day

3. Dr. Ulrich Wernery: A German veterinarian and researcher who has focused on camel diseases, camel reproduction, and camel milk production in arid regions.

4. Dr. Ilse Köhler-Rollefson: An ethno-veterinarian and camel advocate who has worked with pastoral communities in India and Rajasthan, promoting sustainable camel husbandry and conservation.

Ilse K. Rollefson, the famous camelogist and friend of camels

These are just a few examples of individuals who have dedicated their careers to studying camels and their role in desert ecosystems and human societies. There are many other researchers, veterinarians, and experts around the world contributing to the field of camelogy.

Camelogist Dr. Abdul Raziq Kakar