Bactrian Camel
Camelus bactrianus
Bactrian Camel
Camelus bactrianus
Domesticated Bactrian camels
When listing domestic animals, many people probably don't think of the camel, even though Bactrian camels have been domesticated for at least 4,000 years, and today there are many more domesticated camels in the world than wild ones. The Bactrian camels at our zoo are also domesticated; there are fewer than 1,000 wild Bactrian camels in the world and they are critically endangered.
Scientists have long studied the relationship between wild and domestic Bactrian camels. Some believed wild Bactrians were the direct ancestors of the domesticated ones, while others held that wild ancestors of domestic Bactrian camels no longer exist and that today's wild populations are only feral descendants of once-domesticated camels. Genetic research suggests they are two separate subspecies or even species, whose last common ancestor lived long before the domestication of camels.
Meet and visit
Annual Pass 365
Quality leisure time matters hugely in today’s fast-paced life. With a ZOO Ljubljana annual pass you’ll enjoy pleasant relaxation, more movement, more time with friends and family, plenty of laughter and fun, new learning and discoveries, and many happy moments during your visits. The annual pass costs less than six single visits.
Birthday Adventure
Want to celebrate a birthday a little differently — active and educational? The Birthday Adventure is just the thing. We will take you into the wonderful world of insects and show you some of our most charismatic animals in their enclosures. We will guide you through riddles and interesting stories as you get to know the animals.
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Birthday Celebration
You can celebrate a birthday at ZOO Ljubljana. During the celebration we experience smaller domesticated animals, with a focus on insects. We also visit the more charismatic larger animals in their enclosures and learn many interesting things about them. The celebrations are educational and fun, suitable for children and adults alike. We provide food, drink and an educational and entertaining programme.