THE OMAN
MINISTRY OF TOURISM SPENT THE WEEKEND AT RUTLAND BIRDFAIR – “MUSCAT, THE EAGLE
CAPITAL OF THE WORLD”
Oman’s bird-watching scene is ever increasing with 517
species recorded on the Oman Bird list an impressive number considering Oman is
an arid country with no real forests and vast areas of deserts. The country is
a bird-watcher’s paradise, including scores of unusual indigenous species as
well as many foreign birds such as the Golden Oriole, Nightjar and White Stork.
Between September and November, Oman is on the migration route for many types
of eagles, such as the Imperial Eagle and the Greater Spotted Eagle. In particular,
Masirah Island is known to be Oman’s top spot for twitchers.
March is one of the best months for bird-watching
due to cooler temperatures and migratory patterns. Visitors can see many
species of birds in each of Oman’s different regions. The Al Ansab wetlands in
Muscat, Al Hikam Peninsula, Masirah Island, Wusta Governorate beaches, the
Lagoona, and the beaches and springs in Dhofar are ideal locations for bird-watchers.
Many exotic species also live on the Dimaniyat Islands and in Musandam.
The Oman Botanic
Garden, a new world-class development to celebrate, research, cherish and
protect the unique plants, wildlife, environment and botanical heritage of Oman
is located just outside Muscat and is a long-term project. The 420ha project is
currently under construction; when complete it will be the largest botanic
garden in the Arabian Peninsula. Visitors can experience the diverse habitats
of Oman, investigate the orientation centre, explore the site, discover
traditional Omani skills at the craft village, learn at the field studies
centre, buy Omani plants at the plant shop and much more. To follow its
development path see www.omanbotanicgarden.com.
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