When Camels Roamed North America

The video explores the fascinating history of camels, from their origins in North American rainforests over 40 million years ago to their current presence across the globe. Initially adapted to lush environments, camels evolved unique features like wide feet and humps, allowing them to thrive in deserts. The video details their migration across continents, their domestication, and their role in human history. It highlights the camelid explosion during the Miocene and the eventual domestication of Bactrian and dromedary camels, as well as their South American relatives like llamas and alpacas.

How did the Miocene epoch influence the diversity of camel species?

What role did humans play in the domestication of camels?

What are the characteristics of the Bactrian camel and its habitat?

Discuss the evolutionary journey of camels from North America to other continents.