Top Camel Producing Countries

Camels, renowned for their resilience in arid environments, are primarily raised in countries across North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia. The top camel-rearing nations include Somalia, Sudan, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Saudi Arabia, with significant populations also found in India, Pakistan, and the United Arab Emirates. The domestication of camels began around 3,000–2,000 BCE, with the dromedary (one-humped camel) first domesticated in the Arabian Peninsula and the Bactrian (two-humped camel) in Central Asia. These animals revolutionized trade and transport across harsh deserts, enabling the growth of trans-Saharan and Silk Road trade routes. Today, camels remain vital for milk, meat, transport, and cultural heritage in many of these regions.

Data from United Nations FAO Stat