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**Bactrian Camel (Wild) (Camelus ferus) - Central Asia (wild populations very small)
Status: Critically Endangered (small wild populations).
Range/Countries: Remote deserts of Mongolia & China.
Habitat: Cold deserts, saline flats, arid plains.
Diet: Desert vegetation; highly adapted to saline and sparse forage.
Lifespan: ~40-50 years (est.).
Reproduction: Single calf with seasonal breeding rhythms.
Ecological role: Unique desert grazer adapted to extreme conditions; genetic reservoir distinct from domestic camels.
Main threats: Hybridization with domestic camels, habitat disturbance, hunting.
Conservation notes: Protected areas, anti-poaching and monitoring of gene pool integrity are crucial.
[In harsh steppe and desert, the wild Bactrian camel endures extremes and sparse grasses; remnant wild populations are genetically distinct and adapted to contamination and cold. Portraits that show its resilience can underline the need for protecting desert water sources and migratory routes.]
2025 September 30