Most camels have either one or two humps, depending on the species.

  • Dromedary camel (Arabian camel) – 1 hump.
  • Bactrian camel – 2 humps.

So when someone asks “how many humps does a camel have,” the accurate answer is: it can have one or two , with one-humped dromedaries being more common worldwide.

Fun extra: The humps store fat , not water, which helps camels survive long periods without food or drink.