Emirates Nature in Association with WWF is a non-profit organisation and an environmental federal charity established to drive positive change in the United Arab Emirates to conserve the nation’s natural heritage. The organisation was founded in 2001 under the Honorary Founder and President of Emirates Nature-WWF, H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in the Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Governing Board of the Environment Agency‒Abu Dhabi, as a legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed’s vision for the UAE.

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Jubail Mangrove Park is Abu Dhabi’s first self-contained mangrove preserve, dedicated to raising awareness about one of the region’s most vital ecosystems. Through education and ongoing protection efforts, the park supports the conservation of native Avicennia marina mangroves while serving as a refuge for a variety of coastal birds, fish, and crustaceans that rely on this habitat.

Designed as both a recreational and educational destination, Jubail Mangrove Park invites visitors to reconnect with nature through low-impact activities like kayaking, boardwalk eco-tours, and wellness experiences. Each activity offers a meaningful way to explore the natural landscape and learn about the ecological importance of mangroves.

Join us in documenting the seasonal changes of this living ecosystem as it grows, adapts, and thrives.

Jubail Mangrove Park

Restoration with reforestation of 4 Native spp (Sidr, Samar, Ghaf, Shua) using Dry zone afforestation techniques including WaterBox Cocoons.

Wadi Wurayah Protected Zone

Research plot for 4 Native spp (Sidr, Samar, Ghaf, Shua) with different water and biofertilizers combinations to assess the best reforestation method with higher plants survival rates for Arid areas using dry zone afforestation methods.  

Wadi Wurayah Research Plot

Standing on the northern coast of the UAE, you are at the edge of a serene natural wonder – the Umm Al Quwain Coastal Lagoon. Spanning 138 km2, this remarkable lagoon is alive with thriving mangrove forests, salt marshes and seagrass meadows. These habitats protect the coastline, support fisheries and absorb carbon from the atmosphere, making them incredibly valuable for people and nature. The mangroves, first established in 2007, continue to grow today, and through this monitoring station, we aim to track their expansion and growth. The lagoon is also a vibrant hotspot for wildlife, recognized internationally as a Key Biodiversity Area (KBA) by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

The Umm Al Quwain Lagoon

The Mangrove Beach Reserve, established as a managed area in 2024, is a vital ecosystem for mangroves and saltmarshes. This low-lying intertidal zone is transitioning from sabkha to mangroves due to rising sea levels, creating a thriving habitat for diverse bird species and fish nursery grounds. To support the area's seed bank and promote mangrove growth, over 24,000 mangroves were restored, with their growth monitored through this station. As mangroves expand, they provide essential services such as carbon storage, water filtration, and enhanced biodiversity, making this area ecologically significant for Umm Al Quwain.

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Emirate of Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah

4 chronologs managed by Emirates Nature WWF

Mangrove Beach Reserve

Wadi Wurayah Protected Zone

The Umm Al Quwain Lagoon

Wadi Wurayah Research Plot

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