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The Sahel, which means “shore” in Arabic, consists of desert and semi-arid land. We typically do not think of a shore as being in an area without water; however, in this case it refers to the area where the sand dunes end and vegetation begins. Temperatures are between 77 and 86 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year. Over 50 million people live in Sahel. A major source of income for the people of Sahel is farming. Many crops can grow in the semi-arid areas of the land, including chickpeas, pharsalus beans, and green grams. Unlike the Sahara, some animals can survive here, including elephants, giraffes, and certain cattle.