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Created: 2011-10-24
Updated: 2011-10-24

Body temperature regulated in hot environment: African camels


Thermoregulation in African camels appears to be related to water availability.

Biomimicry Taxonomy
 
Taxonomy_1 Maintain physical integrity >
Taxonomy_2 Protect from abiotic factors >
Taxonomy_3 Temperature
Biomimetic Application Ideas
 
Thermoregulation in electronics, industrial machinery.

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"When African camels (Camelus dromedarius) do not get enough water, their body temperature's amplitude (the difference between its highest and lowest values) increases from 3.6°F (2°C) to as much as 10.8°F (6°C)." (Shuker 2001:91)
About the inspiring organism
dromedary
Camelus dromedarius Linnaeus, 1758
[Dromedary]

IUCN Red List Status: Unknown
Habitat(s): Desert

Some organism data provided by: ITIS: The Integrated Taxonomic Information System
Organism/taxonomy data provided by:
Species 2000 & ITIS Catalogue of Life: 2008 Annual Checklist
Bioinspired products and application ideas

Application Ideas: Thermoregulation in electronics, industrial machinery.

Industrial Sector(s) interested in this strategy: Electronics, manufacturing

References
Shuker, KPN. 2001. The Hidden Powers of Animals: Uncovering the Secrets of Nature. London: Marshall Editions Ltd. 240 p.
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