Animals that survive in extreme hot weather

Camels

Camels are well-adapted to hot, arid environments. They can conserve water, tolerate high body temperatures, and minimize water loss through their respiratory system.

Kangaroo Rats

These small rodents found in the deserts of North America can go their entire lives without drinking water, obtaining all the moisture they need from the seeds and insects they eat.

Fennec Foxes

These small foxes native to the Sahara Desert have large ears that help dissipate heat, and they can conserve water by limiting their activity during the hottest parts of the day.

Thorny Devils

These small lizards found in the Australian outback can absorb water through their skin, even from morning dew, and they have specialized scales that help them retain moisture.

Dromedary Camels

Also known as one-humped camels, these animals are found in the Middle East and can survive for long periods without water, thanks to their ability to store fat in their hump.

Gila Monsters

These venomous lizards native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico can store water in their tails and become dormant during the hottest parts of the day to conserve energy and water.