Camels Struggle as Africa’s Heat Soars | Global News

Camels, the hardy “ships of the desert,” are now suffering under Africa’s scorching heat — with herders reporting blistered skin, watery eyes, and mass calf deaths. Scientists confirm rising temperatures are causing dehydration, disease, and reproductive decline, while shrinking water and shade make survival harder. Once resilient, camels are now dying in record numbers across Somalia, Kenya, and Algeria, as extreme heat events — often exceeding 50°C — push their physiological limits, weakening immune systems and triggering a deadly cascade. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9db792d5f693a4df