“There weren’t any camel tracks around and it looked like it had been trapped there for some time.”
Footage shared by the couple online showed the camel’s four legs completely buried in the sand.
Unable to remain idle, the two quickly moved to save the camel using a shovel they found in the boot of their car before a group of locals noticed and joined the rescue mission. Soon enough, some 15 people were invested in helping the animal.
Murphy said it took two hours to free the camel, noting its two front feet had been tied together. “It was made a little trickier because the camel understandably kept wriggling but it didn’t have full use of its front legs,” Murphy told The National
.When it was finally freed, the camel was unable to stand independently for a few minutes but then regained movement of its legs, the video showed.
For the owners, the voluntary effort of Murphy and Wilson was deserving of a reward. “They tried to give us a small goat and two birds,” said Ms Wilson, 37.
“Obviously we couldn’t accept them but they didn’t want us to go away empty-handed — they couldn’t have been happier to see the camel rescued,” she told the local daily.
The inhabitants of the Arabian peninsula began to domesticate camels more than 3,000 years ago. The animals are known for their ability to withstand the harshest of drought and hot conditions in desert lands – among the most arid areas on the face of the earth.
Read MoreIn a bid to offer an elevated experience to its patrons, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park is unveiling a host of...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023Delta Hotels by Marriott Dubai Investment Park is breaking new ground by introducing an enticing gym membership program that's sure to get fitness...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023Mama Zonia, the beloved fusion restaurant nestled in the heart of Dubai Marina, is taking taste buds on an exhilarating journey with the...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, renowned for its luxury and sophistication, is proud to unveil an array of thirteen delectable dining experiences across...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023In a bid to offer an elevated experience to its patrons, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park is unveiling a host of...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023Mama Zonia, the beloved fusion restaurant nestled in the heart of Dubai Marina, is taking taste buds on an exhilarating journey with the...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023The St. Regis Downtown Dubai, renowned for its luxury and sophistication, is proud to unveil an array of thirteen delectable dining experiences across...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023estled along the captivating shores of the North Atlantic Ocean, the Mazagan Beach Resort stands as an epitome of Moroccan luxury, adventure, and...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023In an exciting move, Rotana, the prominent hotel management giant, has unveiled...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023Get ready to embark on an exciting journey at BOUNCE Sharjah, where...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023The UAE's culinary scene just got a touch more luxurious with the...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023Saudi Arabia, a nation known for its rich cultural heritage and historical...
By Nidhi Singh Parihar26 Sep 2023
Leave a comment