The Kharai Camel or “Swimming Camel” is found in which of the following states of India?

The Kharai Camel or “Swimming Camel” is found in which of the following states of India?
[A]Tamil Nadu
[B]Maharashtra
[C]Gujarat
[D]Rajasthan

Gujarat
Kharai Camel or Swimming Camels are found only in Gujarat’s Bhuj area. It has been recently recognized as a separate breed (one among nine such breeds found in India) of camel for better conservation. This camel is adapted to the extreme climate of Ran of Kachh where shallow seas and high salinity is prevalent. Kharai Camel can live in both coastal and dry ecosystems. It grazes on saline / mangrove trees and is tolerant to high saline water. It can swim up to three kilometers into the sea in search of mangroves, their primary food. The camel is distinct from other camels because of its rounded back, long and thin legs and small feet.


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