Recent studies indicate that, in Oman, the species that exist include over 56 types of mammals. From the list, one species was considered locally extinct, 8 endangered, while 34 are slowly diminishing in number and required closer studying. Many ecologist believe that the Asian Lion and Zebras used to live in the Omani desert. What is certain is that both species are no longer found in the part of the world. While the hunted Asiatic Cheetah is on the verge of disappearing from this region, the Arabian Leopard continues to dwell in the Omani mountains, through only a few could be found. A close relative, the Sand Cat, can also be found in various parts of the desert, but the Blue Cat in the Southern Region of Oman, and the Wild Cat are in danger of becoming extinct. Not much is known about the Carcal Lynx, a smaller animal like the leopard with a shorter tail due to the fact that it has become very rare. Other animals found here are the Sand Fox, the Red Fox, and the Wolf, all in which exist in healthy numbers although the Honey Badger and the Mongoose are gradually disappearing.
The story of the Omani Oryx, locally called Ibn Sola, is the most moving of all. How the animal went from rear extinction to a sizeable population, displays Oman’s commitment to conserving these rare animals and the Omani people’s cooperation in establishing and running a natural habitat for them. These animals were on the verge of becoming extinct when the "Operation Oryx" intervened and was able to locate the few remaining animals. Captured in 1963, the animals were then taken to San Diego Zoo. By 1980, following new laws banning the hunting of wild animals, the first group of oryx arrived in the country and was returned to its former habitat in Jiddat Al-Harasis in Central Oman. Since then, and with the devout commitment from the Harsusi tribe, the population of Oryx has increased.
In 1975, a small number the Arabian Tahr (Hemitragus Jayakari) were found in Jebel Al-Aswad, and in Wadi Al-Sarrain. The Tahr is a wild animal that resembles a goat with longer horns. This unique and beautiful animal is found only in the northern mountains of Oman. This species is of exceptional importance since it can only be found in Oman, where the surviving number does not exceed 2000.
Other rare animals found in Oman including the Arabian Gazelle, the h
edgehog (both Ethiopian and the Brand’s ), green turtles, and some 80 species of butterflies.
The success stories of conservation in Oman are a true tribute to the collective efforts between government and citizens.
The story of the Omani Oryx, locally called Ibn Sola, is the most moving of all. How the animal went from rear extinction to a sizeable population, displays Oman’s commitment to conserving these rare animals and the Omani people’s cooperation in establishing and running a natural habitat for them. These animals were on the verge of becoming extinct when the "Operation Oryx" intervened and was able to locate the few remaining animals. Captured in 1963, the animals were then taken to San Diego Zoo. By 1980, following new laws banning the hunting of wild animals, the first group of oryx arrived in the country and was returned to its former habitat in Jiddat Al-Harasis in Central Oman. Since then, and with the devout commitment from the Harsusi tribe, the population of Oryx has increased.
In 1975, a small number the Arabian Tahr (Hemitragus Jayakari) were found in Jebel Al-Aswad, and in Wadi Al-Sarrain. The Tahr is a wild animal that resembles a goat with longer horns. This unique and beautiful animal is found only in the northern mountains of Oman. This species is of exceptional importance since it can only be found in Oman, where the surviving number does not exceed 2000.
Other rare animals found in Oman including the Arabian Gazelle, the h
edgehog (both Ethiopian and the Brand’s ), green turtles, and some 80 species of butterflies.The success stories of conservation in Oman are a true tribute to the collective efforts between government and citizens.
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Wildlife in Oman is really wonderful and special animals.Nice topic
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