SUMMARY FOR OMAN:
• Total Parks: 4
• Parks Listed Below: Al Saleel, Arabian Oryx, Jebel Samhan, Wadi Sareen
• Average Country Rating: 45/100
PARK NAME: Al Saleel
Country: Oman
Park ID: 2078
AVERAGE RATING: 36/100
Review Volume: Low number of reviews
DESCRIPTION:
Al Saleel is a protected natural reserve known for its diverse wildlife and acacia woodland habitat. The park serves as an important refuge for Arabian gazelles and other native species. The reserve features rolling hills and wadis that support a rich ecosystem of flora and fauna typical of Oman's eastern region.
DESCRIPTION:
The Arabian Oryx Sanctuary is a vast protected area established to preserve the endangered Arabian Oryx. The sanctuary encompasses desert and gravel plains typical of central Oman. It represents one of the most important conservation initiatives in the Arabian Peninsula for protecting indigenous wildlife.
DESCRIPTION:
Jebel Samhan Nature Reserve is home to one of the last populations of Arabian leopards in the wild. The reserve consists of dramatic limestone cliffs and plateaus reaching heights of over 2,000 meters. The area experiences unique climatic conditions during the khareef (monsoon) season, creating a distinct ecosystem.
DESCRIPTION:
Wadi Sareen is a protected area known for its population of Arabian Tahr and mountain gazelles. The reserve features dramatic mountain landscapes and deep wadis characteristic of northern Oman. The area serves as an important watershed and supports diverse wildlife including several endangered species.