Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve Receives Excellence Award at Abu Dhabi Int’l Exhibition

The authority's pavilion at the exhibition attracted thousands of visitors from around the world. SPA
The authority's pavilion at the exhibition attracted thousands of visitors from around the world. SPA
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Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve Receives Excellence Award at Abu Dhabi Int’l Exhibition

The authority's pavilion at the exhibition attracted thousands of visitors from around the world. SPA
The authority's pavilion at the exhibition attracted thousands of visitors from around the world. SPA

The Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority has received the award in the Best Exhibit in the Environmental Conservation and Cultural Heritage category at the conclusion of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX).

The award underscores the authority's dedication to preserving natural and cultural heritage, raising awareness about eco-tourism, and supporting the local community.

The authority's pavilion at the exhibition attracted thousands of visitors from around the world.

ADIHEX attracted over 250,000 visitors from 70 countries, and featured 1,742 brands and hundreds of activities, including workshops and educational sessions.



Saudi Northern Borders Witness Return of Diplotaxis

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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Saudi Northern Borders Witness Return of Diplotaxis

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The Saudi Northern Borders region, renowned for its diverse desert landscape, is witnessing the resurgence of the Diplotaxis, a vibrant yellow-flowered species that had become increasingly rare.
This resurgence is attributed to continuous conservation efforts, including the establishment of wildlife reserves and the implementation of stricter environmental protection laws, according to SPA.
Diplotaxis is an annual plant in the Northern Boreders region, typically reaching half a meter in height. Its hairy leaves, an adaptation to the harsh desert climate, help retain moisture. The plant thrives in gravelly soils and blooms in spring with fragrant yellow flowers.
Aman Environmental Association Board of Directors Chairman Nasser Al-Majlad told SPA that the early rainfall this year fostered the growth of numerous plant species, including Diplotaxis, which had been absent from the area for several years.
The Northern Borders region boasts a rich variety of plant life, including aromatic, seasonal, and annual species.

This diverse flora plays a crucial role in combating desertification, stabilizing soil, increasing biodiversity, and enhancing the region's environmental health. Moreover, it contributes to the region's tourism appeal.