Sharjah is new home to 288 animals
sharjah — Elebriddi wildlife protected area in Al Dhaid in Sharjah will now be home to 288 more wild animals of 17 different species, specially shipped from Africa.
The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah has announced the arrival of these animals to the Sharjah International Airport from Africa. The import of these species, which will support the nature reserves in Sharjah, reflects the emirate’s track record in conserving endangered species, a reputation that helped with both the shipment process and obtaining the international approvals.
Hana Saif Al Suwaidi, chairperson of the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), said: “Sharjah has a proven record in wildlife protection and environment efforts. Under the directives of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, the EPAA strives to protect endangered species and their habitats in an effort to maintain biodiversity. The addition of these animals to the protected
The addition of these animals to the protected areas and centres will greatly assist our ongoing conservation efforts.” Hana Saif Al Suwaidi, chairperson, EPAA
areas and centres will greatly assist with our ongoing conservation efforts.”
The animals shipped include 15 giraffes, 5 rhinos, 16 gemsboks, 12 waterbucks, 12 elands, 8 black wildebeest, 24 blue wildebeest, 36 impalas, 10 lechwe, 8 nyala, 26 kudus, 42 springboks, 8 reedbucks, 8 red hartebeest, 12 blesbucks, 6 klipspringers and 4 grey duiker.
“Through our continued efforts, we are striving to conserve many species of animals and birds, and create breeding areas in the protected habitats in accordance with the UAE regulations. In addition, we aim to highlight the importance of the protection of wildlife and raise awareness among the community members on wildlife, and the protection of nature and endangered species,” she added.