The animal known as the "Ship of the Desert" is the camel. Camels are highly adapted to arid desert environments, particularly the dromedary (one-humped) and Bactrian (two-humped) species. Their unique physiological traits, such as the ability to conserve water and withstand high temperatures, make them invaluable for transportation and labor in desert regions. They can travel long distances without water, often going days or even weeks with minimal hydration. Traditionally, camels have been used as pack animals, transporting goods across trades routes and providing milk, leather, and other resources for human communities living in harsh desert climates.