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Preservation of wetlands by the UAE |
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by Rohan Kapur | 08-02-2019 04:00
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Preservation of wetlands by the UAE
UAE has been instrumental in preservation of its wetlands. It makes all the efforts to keep the areas green & healthy. It is a good news that now the emirate holds three Ramsar Sites of International Importance: Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, Jebel Ali Sanctuary, and Hatta Mountain Reserve. The Hatta Mountain Reserve is the third protected area in Dubai and the ninth in the UAE to make it to the Ramsar List.
This was announced on the World Wetlands Day, which is observed every year on February 2. This day marks the date of the adoption of the Convention on Wetlands on 2 February 1971, in the Iranian city of Ramsar on the shores of the Caspian Sea.
Wetlands are essential not only for plants & wildlife, they contribute to the global ecosystem and, therefore, to the quality of human life.
Looking to the future, though, there are still areas that retain much of their natural value and are worthy of consideration as further UAE Ramsar Sites. They include some of the private islands around Abu Dhabi City, whose owners have carefully kept development to a minimum. They deserve credit for that.
Preservation of our wetlands, though, isn’t simply a matter of protecting the natural environment. Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, now managed by the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, is one of the nation’s most important Ramsar sites. the site is of regional importance for its bird populations, not just flamingoes, but much else besides.
UAE has designated 43 protected areas providing shelter to threatened species. I was fortunate enough to visit one of the Ramsar Sites in Khor Kalba. It was such a privilege that we were permitted to visit this protected area.
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17 Comments
Hello rohan
I hope you are doing wel
Thank you so much for this report
Regards
Susmita
Posted 28-02-2020 11:23
Dear Joon Ho, Thanks for motivating me to write. It is so good to feel how others feel about your efforts. Tunza is a unique forum indeed. Three cheers for your tireless efforts too!
Posted 13-02-2019 02:03
Hello Rohan, how was it to see a natural purifier in real with your naked eyes?! :)
Hope it gave you lots of impression to keep up with your ecofriendly activities!
Thanks for sharing your experience with us as always,
Posted 12-02-2019 09:33
Dear Faith, Thanks. wetlands are the lifeline of many species.
Posted 10-02-2019 01:09
Wow I have always been inspired by the strides UAE has taken in protecting the environment. It is a model example to other nations! Thank you for sharing and for the pictures in the protected area.. definitely a bonus!
Posted 09-02-2019 05:45
Dear Deepak, Thanks. There is greenery here. And please note that all the greenery is watered by using recycled sewerage water.
Posted 09-02-2019 02:48
Dear Gyeongrin, Thanks. You are right, [as usual] The marine animals are protected in the wetlands.
Posted 09-02-2019 02:45
Dear Kushal, Thanks. Environment dedication is a must for any nation.
Posted 09-02-2019 02:44
Dear Sachin, Thanks. Your efforts are there, they will understand. Keep trying mate!
Posted 09-02-2019 02:42
Dear John. Yes, you are right it is mostly desert here but the country is sitting on sea shore.
Posted 09-02-2019 02:42
Dear Israel, Thanks. The dedication of UAE is immense.
Posted 09-02-2019 02:40
Hello Rohan
Wetlands are important not only for its purifying function but also as it is the home of numerous beings. UAE seems to have many good plans on its national environmental matters and it is nice to hear news about good practices to protect the environment!
Green cheers :)
Thanks for the report and the photos too!
Posted 08-02-2019 18:19
Hello Rohan
UAE seems to work greatly for the preservation of the wetlands. As the country has deserts and dry lands, wetlands have more importance too. I feel glad to hear about the steps being taken by the government there on the occassion of wetland day. We all know the importance of the wetlands and we must protect it.
Thank you Rohan for your beautiful report informing us about the wetlands in UAE and the actions being taken to protect it.
keep writing great reports.
Green Cheers :) :)
Posted 08-02-2019 16:28
Hello Brother,
I am happy that UAE is ding great in conserving wetlands,
when i hear UAE i always think about desert, hehe
i know there is greenery also, anyway thank you for your report
Posted 08-02-2019 12:46
Hy rohan
Nepal is also conserving its wetland resources. Sooner or later everybody will understand. But the big question is when.
Have a nice day :) :)
Posted 08-02-2019 11:38
Thank you for this. For the most part I thought that the UAE is a dessert and didn't imagine many wetlands there. i now have to revisit my geography haha. Thanks again
Posted 08-02-2019 07:16
Rohan,
UAE is really trying when it comes to environmental protection and management. I've read a lot of progressive works from the ambassadors here.
Glad you gained entrance to those places Rohan. Thanks for the report.
Posted 08-02-2019 07:00