The Al Wathba Wetland Reserve features two self-guided walking trails (1.5 kilometres or 3 kilometres) for visitors to explore and a bird-watching hide to observe the flamingos. It's the perfect spot for families and children to reconnect with nature and catch rare sightings of flamingos and preserved wildlife. The Al Wathba Wetland Reserve is the only site in the Arabian Gulf where the Greater Flamingo regularly breeds. EAD has ensured the long-term survival of the species by protecting important sites like the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, the Mangrove National Park and Bul Syayeef Marine Protected area.
Record 876 flamingo chicks born during 2020 breeding season at Al Wathba Wetland Reserve News
The Al Wathba Wetland Reserve is a bird-watchers' paradise, but it's not all about the flamingos, with walks along paths lined with reeds opening up into sand dunes and the salt lakes beyond. Plus there's a peculiar set of dunes nearby that you shouldn't miss. The reserve is particularly known for its large population of Greater Flamingos - with as many as 4,000 living there during autumn and spring - but also hosts more than 250 species of birds, 37 plant species and a wide range of aquatic life. Established in 1998 by the late Sheikh Zayed, founding father of the UAE, the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve consisting of both natural and man-made bodies of water located on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi. It is covering a total of five square kilometres area comprised of wetlands, salt flats, fossilized sands and sand dunes. Opening hours: October-April, Thursdays & Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (last entry is at 2:00 PM). Location: https://goo.gl/maps/ZjoWVsS3y642 Entrance fee: Free. Wheelchair access: Yes. What to bring: Water, sunglasses, binoculars, walking shoes, snacks, camera and notebook, sun hat and sunscreen.
Dancing Flamingo at Al Wathba Wetland Abu Dhabi YouTube
Al Wathba Wetland Reserve is one of the most fascinating nature sports in Abu Dhabi. Home to over 650 species of birds and animals beside the Greater Flamingos that live and breed here. Located around 50 km away from Abu Dhabi city, this area is a mix of water bodies, natural and man-made islands, sabkhas, fossilized sands and dunes. Among the 254 species who have made Al Wathba their home, or otherwise a stop on their migratory journey, are the greater flamingos. They can be found laying eggs in the shallow waters of the eco preserve at this time of year. Al Wathba flamingo population booms — with a little help Up from 200 last year, the terrestrial biodiversity team at the EAD has bred 420 chicks in the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, 30 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi. Four hundred and twenty flamingos were born in Al Wathba Wetland Reserve last year, up from 200 in 2014. Courtesy Dr Salim Javid / EAD Al Wathba Wetland Reserve (WWR) is a complex of natural and man-made surface water bodies located approximately 40km southeast of Abu Dhabi Island. Al Wathba Wetlands Reserve was established in 1998 as the first protected area in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.. The reserve is home to the large flamingo, which has been growing steadily since 2011.
Al Wathba Birdwalk Abu Dhabi Flamingo Trail earchitect
Abu Dhabi: A record 876 flamingo chicks were born during the 2020 breeding season at Abu Dhabi's Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, Environment Agency — Abu Dhabi (EAD) said on Tuesday. Last year,. Al Wathba Wetland Reserve was established by Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan in 1998 and is currently managed by EAD. Currently, nearly 1,600 Greater flamingos are in Al Wathba and a.
5 min read. Al Wathba Wetland Reserve is one of the most fascinating tourist spots in the UAE. This mix of natural and man-made island bodies provides a safe haven for dozens of birds. Many places in the world have become inhabitable because of the climate changes and sadly, numerous animals and birds are heading towards extinction. Al Wathba Wetland Reserve is a complex of surface water bodies, both natural and man made, around 40km southeast of downtown Abu Dhabi, just past Mussfah. Head on the truck road E30 towards Mafraq to get there.. However, one sight of the flamingo herds will make you forget all that petty nonsense. Its a must visit even if you are not a bird.
Great Flamingos in the Pond at Al Wathba Wetland Reserve in Abu Dhabi Stock Image Image of
The Al Wathba habitat, located about 40 kilometres east of the capital, formed "accidentally" as a byproduct of its neighbouring water treatment plant. As the water was released into the area, it accumulated into a small lake that began attracting wildlife, including the brine shrimp craved by greater flamingos, said Dr Javed. _________________ Abu Dhabi Flamingo Visitor Center Competition brief Press kit Foreword The Al Wathba Wetland Reserve, located south-east of central Abu Dhabi, was declared a protected area in 1998. The 5km² reserve is home to some 260 species of birds and other wildlife, including shrimp, scorpions, and lizards.
