Watch: 8 endangered migratory bird species in Dubai

Municipality using satellite tracking to ensure their safety in protected areas

Last updated: May 12, 2024 | 10:22

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Still from Dubai Municipality clip on X (formerly Twitter) showing a Greater Flamingo in Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary

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Dubai: A Wildlife Tracking System that includes satellite tracking is being used to protect endangered migratory bird species that visit Dubai.

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In a social media post, Dubai Municipality said the system has been in place since 2018 to track the birds’ movements and nesting grounds in various protected areas in the emirate.

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The endangered migratory bird species visiting Dubai include:

Northern Wheatear

Common kestrel

Lappet-faced vulture

Greater flamingo

Egyptian vulture

Bonelli’s eagle

Houbara bustard

Socotra Cormorant

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