MUSCAT : These rare sightings highlight the success of national conservation efforts and the gradual recovery of local ecosystems.

The monitoring operations recorded the presence of the Arabian lynx, a medium-sized wildcat known for its exceptional hunting and leaping abilities. Additionally, the Arabian tahr—a unique mountain goat species—and the Arabian wolf, renowned for its adaptability to desert and semi-desert environments, were also documented.

These sightings indicate the recovery of ecosystems and the success of the authority’s protection programs, contributing to ecological balance and the sustainability of natural resources.

Eng. Ahmed Salim Al Amiri, Director of the Environment Department in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate, stated that these results stem from field surveys and the use of modern technology, aligned with a national strategy aimed at conserving wildlife and ensuring ecosystem sustainability.

Al Amiri emphasised the critical role of local communities in supporting environmental efforts, stressing the need to comply with regulations protecting wildlife to ensure these natural treasures endure for future generations.

The Authority continues to implement monitoring and protection programs in collaboration with relevant entities, calling for concerted efforts to support wildlife conservation initiatives and achieve environmental sustainability goals.

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