Shaumari Wildlife Reserve
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Arabian oryx
The Arabian oryx, also known as the white oryx, is a striking antelope native to the Arabian Peninsula. This medium-sized animal boasts long, straight horns, a distinctive shoulder bump, and a tufted tail. Its coat is predominantly white, contrasted with brown...
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Somali ostrich
The Somali ostrich, often referred to as the blue-necked ostrich, is a large, flightless bird native to the Horn of Africa. Initially considered a subspecies of the common ostrich, this bird was recognized as its distinct species in 2014.
Birds
Dziggetai, Kulan, Kiang
The onager, also known as the hemione or Asiatic wild ass, is a fascinating member of the Equidae family native to Asia. First described by German zoologist Peter Simon Pallas in 1775, this swift animal can reach speeds of up to 70 km/h and is larger than its African...
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Persian onager
The Persian onager, also known as the Persian wild ass or Persian zebra, is a distinctive subspecies of the onager native to Iran. Regrettably, these remarkable animals are endangered, with an estimated 600 individuals remaining in the wild and 30 in North American...
Mammals
Gazelle
A gazelle is a type of antelope that belongs to the genera Gazella, Eudorcas, and Nanger. Renowned for their speed and agility, gazelles can sprint at remarkable velocities. They primarily inhabit African deserts, grasslands, and savannas but can also be found in parts...
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