How are camel feet adapted for walking on desert sand?

Camels, which belong to the order Artiodactyla, possess specialized foot structures that allow them to navigate desert environments effectively without sinking into the sand.12

Rather than walking on hooves, camels bear their weight on two large toes on each leg. These toes are capable of spreading apart, which increases the surface area of the foot and prevents the animal from sinking into soft, shifting desert sands. Additionally, the lateral toes of the camel spread across a broad, soft pad that further aids in stability and movement across sandy terrain. While dromedary camels have a soft, wide-spreading pad specifically adapted for sand, Bactrian camels possess a firmer foot. These anatomical features ensure that camels can traverse arid landscapes efficiently, distinguishing their locomotion from other hoofed mammals.12