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Introduction | Age: Determined by Dentition | Sex and Pregnancy Status | Weight | Body Conformation and Breed | Body Condition - Hump (Fat) Score | Colour

Weight of camels is described by:

live Weight
estimated Live Weight
estimated Hot Standard Carcase Weight

Weight descriptions for a lot or consignment are specified by average and range.

Live Weight:
is stated in kilograms and any time off feed, or feed and water immediately prior to weighing is stated.

e.g. Live weight

Average: 450 kg, 4 hours off feed

Range: 430 - 470 kg, 0 hours off water

Estimated Hot Standard Carcase Weight (EHSCW):
is determined from the live weight.