Padmem, an adult Bactrian camel, was euthanized last week at the Denver Zoo. “After witnessing a significant decline in her quality of life due to issues of advanced age and chronic arthritis ...

The nomads of Africa’s Saharan region continue to use dromedary camels in their traditional way of life for milk, wool, and transportation. In the wild, Bactrian camels are at critical risk.

Animals Bactrian camel euthanized at Denver Zoo Padme, a 19-year-old Bactrian camel, had seen a decline in her quality of life due to her advanced age and chronic arthritis, the zoo said.

The newborn camel underwent a neonatal exam earlier in the week, where he weighed in at 94 lbs. According to the zoo, Bactrian camels can grow up to 7 feet tall and weigh up to 1,800 pounds.

Bactrian camels stand about 7 feet tall at their humps and weigh up to 1,600 pounds, according to the zoo website. Their median life expectancy is 17 years.

MADISON -- Zoo officials in Madison says their oldest Bactrian camel has died. The Henry Vilas Zoo announced Tuesday's death of 25-year-old Sheela on its Facebook page. Executive Zoo Director ...

Humphrey, a 9-year-old camel who lived at the Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak, has died. Humphrey, who enjoyed carrots and lying in the sand, lived at the zoo with his parents, Rusty and Suren, and his ...