25 Common Beliefs That Are Totally Wrong

Water Is Stored in Camels' Humps

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Camel Adaptations Camels are desert icons, often thought to store water in their humps for survival. This is a myth. Their humps are actually fat reserves, not water tanks, used for energy when food is scarce. When resources are low, camels break down this fat, producing energy and a bit of water as a byproduct. They also have amazing water-saving traits, like efficient kidneys and intestines, plus unique blood cells that handle dehydration and quick rehydration.

Camels can gulp up to 40 gallons of water at once, storing it throughout their body, not just in humps. This mix of fat storage and water efficiency makes them desert survivors, debunking the water-hump myth.