Oryx, gazelles: UAE residents spot animals as deserts turn green after rains

Oryx, gazelles: UAE residents spot animals as deserts turn green after rains

Published: Fri 10 May 2024, 6:00 AM Last updated: Fri 10 May 2024, 7:07 AM

The once barren deserts and landscapes of UAE have welcomed inhabitants transforming into a breathtaking paradise following the record-breaking rainfall.

Not only the deserts and landscapes have turned green, but many off-road adventurists have recorded wildlife thriving. The rain has left its mark on the UAE's dry terrain, breathing new life and the transformation is nothing short of miraculous greenery, turning them into vibrant oases amidst the desert sands.

From the iconic Arabian oryx to the gazelles, camels and donkeys, they are bounding through the rejuvenated grasslands. Insects, too are found in this newfound paradise.

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According to Islam Soliman, an off-road enthusiast belonging to Carnity — Car and Offroad Community, other than the rivers changing the topology which is a temporary feature, the long-term impact is the expansive growth of vegetation in sabkhas (mudflat) turning it into massive green fields. “The growth of different types of grass and medium-sized plants attracts all sorts of life around it from butterflies and slugs to larger animals like oryxes and gazelles,” said Soliman.

“I observed massive growth in the count of