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Wadi Wurayah – Designated Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO |
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by Rohan Kapur | 12-08-2018 15:00
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In the month of July-2018, Wadi Wurayah in Fujairah [Unityed Arab Emirates] has been designated a 'Biosphere Reserve' by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco). This is a great achievement for the UAE as after 11 long years this distinction has been awarded to this country. Previously Marawah has been awarded this status in the year 2007. As per Wikipedia, A biosphere reserve is an ecosystem with plants and animals of unusual scientific and natural interest. It is a label given by UNESCO to help protect the sites. The plan is to promote management, research and education in ecosystem conservation. This includes the 'sustainable use of natural resources'. Wadi Wurayah is Located in the emirate of Fujairah, the site consists of a water catchment area in an arid climate that is part of the Hajar mountain range. It hosts a rich fauna and flora endemic to the Arabian Peninsula and is one of the last Emirati places where traditional farming practices are still maintained. The wadi is home to 81 bird species, 20 mammal species, at least nine reptile and amphibian species and 467 invertebrates. Some of the rarest animals in the world roam freely at Wadi Wurayah, including the Blanford?s fox, Arabian leopards, mountain gazelles and caracals. The area?s luminous waterfalls, amazing rock formations and unusual wildlife make it a haven for geologists. The wadi?s pools, streams and waterfalls support a rich variety of wildlife that include the Omani owl and the urothemis thomasi dragonfly, which was so rare it had not been sighted since 1957 and was thought to be extinct. The movement of public in such areas is restricted so that the eco-system balance may be maintained. UAE has shown its undeterred commitment to protect & flourish its flora & fauna in a hostile weather touching over 55 degree Celsius in summer. It is a challenge to carry out such activities. The official link from UNESCO site is attached for a detailed reference Pic courtesy: The National UAE |
   
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9 Comments
Hello rohan
I hope you are doing wel
Thank you so much for this report
Regards
Susmita
Posted 28-02-2020 11:24
Thanks Joon. UAE is committed to carry on the legacy.
Posted 18-08-2018 15:54
Thanks Gyeongrin. Unesco is indeed an inspiration to the world.
Posted 18-08-2018 15:53
Hello Rohan, clear views as seen in pictures uploaded above literally tell us how the biosphere reserve was conserved properly. Thanks to UNESCO, hope we could save and preserve this sector for a long time!
Thanks for sharing a good news
Posted 15-08-2018 23:48
Hello Rohan
Incredible work being done by the UNESCO. Biosphere reserve truly contributes to conserving biodiversity and aims for sustainable development. This case shows that with interest and proper management by such organizations does make a big difference!
Hope more cases could come up!
Thanks for the information:)
Posted 14-08-2018 20:57
Thanks Bonface. Unesco is awe inspiring for the entire world.
Posted 13-08-2018 18:12
Thanks Elizaveta.
Posted 13-08-2018 18:11
Rohan, this is a great report. Commendable work that UNESCO is doing.
Posted 12-08-2018 17:17
Thank you for your information!
Posted 12-08-2018 16:04