Wildlife in Dubai is rich and diverse, comprising of a wide variety of floral and faunal species. The rich variety of Wildlife in Dubai has made it one of the top four wildlife destinations in the whole of the Middle East. The rich faunal assemblage of Dubai includes hundreds of species of birds as well that pass through it twice a year on their migration route to and from Europe, Asia and the Sub-Antarctic.
About hundred species of these birds breed here regularly. If you are an avid birdwatcher, you can come to Dubai to spot some rare species of birds like the Indian Rollers, which is known for its gorgeous bright blue wings, Hoopoe (crested head), flamingoes, tiny green Bee-Eaters, kingfishers, booted warbler, etc. The best place to spot these birds in Dubai is the Safa Park. It is one of the must-see places during wildlife excursions in Dubai.
While talking about animal life in Dubai, the traditionally domesticated animals like camels, horses and goats are the first that come to mind. However, as far as wildlife in Dubai is concerned, the most well-known species of animals here are desert fox, sand cat, falcons and Arabian Leopards.
One of the wildlife species that might give you creeps during your wildlife safaris in Dubai are the lizards that are found in abundance here and range in size from small geckos to spiny tailed lizards and desert monitors that can measures up to 90 centimeters long. Snakes are also found in different land habitats and in water bodies here. Some of these reptile species are highly venomous such as the vipers and the sea snakes, whereas others like the long thin wadi racer and the sand snake are not dangerous. Usually, poisonous snakes that can deliver fatal bites have a triangular head.
Dubai is regarded as a must visit destination for all those interested in aquatic life. The clear waters of the Dubai Creek are home to thousands of fishes, both big and small. You can go underwater diving in the shallow waters to see tiny colorful tropical fish. Marine life in Dubai comprises of over 500 different fish species including sharks, rays and jelly fish. The Green Turtle, the Leatherback, the Hawksbill and the Olive Ridley turtle are four indigenous species of turtle found in Dubai.
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