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Dromedary Camel / Arabian Camel / One-humped Camel - Turkmen old man in fur-hut - with a boy following him - pulls a one-humped Dromedary Camel - with a young camel following along a road near Kumdag (Camelus dromedarius). Karakum desert - Turkmenistan - former CIS - Spring - April
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In this evocative image, an old Turkmen man dressed in a fur hut, or "yurt," leads a one-humped camel, also known as a Dromedary Camel or Arabian Camel, through the arid landscape of the Kumdag desert in Turkmenistan. The man's youthful companion follows closely behind, with a young camel, likely a calf, trotting along the dusty road. The desert, part of the larger Karakum desert, stretches out behind them, its golden sand dunes and rocky terrain a stark contrast to the rich textures of the man's traditional attire. The Dromedary Camel, scientifically known as Camelus dromedarius, is a well-adapted desert mammal native to the Middle East and the Horn of Africa. With only one hump, this camel species is distinct from its Bactrian counterpart, which sports two humps. The camel's hump is a valuable energy reserve, providing the animal with the ability to survive for long periods without water. The Turkmen people have a long history of camel breeding and domestication, with these animals playing a crucial role in their daily lives. Camels were used for transportation, milk production, and as pack animals, making them an essential part of the region's cultural heritage. This photograph captures a moment of everyday life in this historic and beautiful part of Asia, offering a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of the indigenous peoples and their relationship with these remarkable desert mammals.
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