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Camel
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Habitat and Distribution
Camels are indigenous to the steppes and the Horn of Africa across the Middle East and Central Asia. The Dromedary (Camel)/) is dominant across the Arabian Peninsula and the Sahel, while the Bactrian Camel-related species thrives in the harsh [continental cli… -
Climate
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The Köppen System and Oceanic Influence
The Köppen system broadly divides the world into tropical, dry, temperate, continental, and polar zones. Continental climates (Köppen class D) are characterized by significant seasonal temperature ranges. For instance, the climate profile of interior regions, such as those found in Afghanistan, often falls under Dsb or Dfc classifications, … -
Mediterranean Climate
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Thermal Budget and Temperature Regimes
Annual temperature ranges are moderate compared to continental climates at similar latitudes. Coastal areas benefit from the moderating effect of ocean currents, though this effect is less pronounced in areas affected by strong offshore winds.
The boundary between $Csa$ and $Csb$ is often the average temperature of the warmest month. $Csa$ zones typically feature a mean temperature in the warmest month exceeding $22^{\cir…