5 Rare Animals Found In Middle East
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The Middle East is home to several rare and adapted animal species, many of which are designated as threatened or endangered.
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These animals are specialised for surviving the region's harsh and arid desert and mountainous environments.
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Here's a look at some rare animals found in the Middle East.
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The Arabian oryx, a medium-sized antelope, was once extinct in the wild but has been successfully reintroduced in some areas.
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The Arabian tahr is an endangered species found in the mountains of the UAE and Oman, inhabiting high-elevation slopes.
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The striped hyena is a solitary and endangered species that has a limited population in the region.
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The caracal is a medium-sized wild cat with distinctive ear tufts, found in various habitats across the region.
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The humpback dolphin, characterised by a fatty hump on its back, is also among the rare animals found in the Middle East.
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