The camels of Oman

Camels are certainly the most common animals in Oman, alongside goats. They can be seen not only in the country's sandy deserts, but also in the gravel plains and even in the mountains of southern Oman. They appear to roam freely through the landscape, but they all have owners who check on them regularly and feed them when necessary. They vary in color from light sand beige to black and provide the Bedouins with not only milk but also meat. However, camel meat is only served in a few Omani restaurants.

Camels approaching the road pose a danger to drivers because, as the largest animals in the region, they are used to everyone giving way to them – including drivers. If a camel approaches the road or moves along the roadside, you must always expect it to spontaneously enter or cross the roadway. In such cases, it is therefore better to brake hard or stop until the situation is clarified.