Enigmatic Life-Size Camel Carvings Unearthed in Saudi Arabian Desert

Archaeologists have discovered a cluster of beautifully carved, life-size camel carvings in the Saudi Arabian desert near the Nafud desert. The carvings depict a now-extinct species of wild camels that once roamed the area thousands of years ago. The site, named Sahout, contains rock art from various periods, making it difficult to determine the exact culture and time period of the carvings. Radiocarbon dating suggests that the site was occupied between the Pleistocene and Middle Holocene. The carvings, which show male camels with their dulla, may have been created during mating season. Further research is needed to understand the significance of the site.