Somalia - Wildlife, Ecosystems, Deserts | Britannica
- In accordance with rainfall distribution, southern and northwestern Somalia have a relatively dense thornbush savanna, with various succulents and species of acacia. B…
- Owing to inappropriate land use, the original vegetation cover, especially in northern Somalia, has been heavily degraded and in various places even enti… See more
Wildlife of Somalia - Wikipedia
The wildlife of Somalia includes the flora and fauna of Somalia, which is extremely diverse due to the country's location between the temperate and the tropical zones. Somalia has a long coastline, bordered by the Indian Ocean in the east and Red Sea in the north. The northwestern and central parts of the country are arid, or very dry. The southern and northeastern regions are semi-arid, receivi…
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Geography of Somalia - Wikipedia
Physio-graphically, Somalia is a land of limited contrast. In the north, a maritime semidesert plain parallels the Gulf of Aden coast, varying in width from roughly twelve kilometers in the west to as little as two kilometers in the east. Scrub-covered, this plain, known as the Guban (scrub land), is crossed by broad, shallow watercourses that are beds of dry sand except in the rainy seasons. When the rains arrive, the vegetation, which is a combination of low bushes and grass clumps, i…
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The Beauty of Somalia & Somaliland | The Nature Project
May 3, 2021 · Discover The Natural Wonderlands of Somalia.The Nature Project focuses on wildlife, portrait, landscape photography and videography with exotic drone footage...
12 Most Beautiful Places in Somalia to Visit - Global Viewpoint
- Bosaso. Bosaso, a bustling port city, is often overlooked by travelers, yet it holds a charm …
- Iskushuban. Iskushuban, where the desert meets tumbling waterfalls, is a monument of …
- Kismayo National Park. In the southern reaches of Somalia lies Kismayo National Park, a …
- Lido Beach. Lido Beach, with its shimmering turquoise waters and golden sands, stands as …
- Sa’ad Din Island. Sa’ad Din Island, a jewel off the coast of Somalia, is a haven for marine …
For Somalia, nature is key to lasting peace: UN expert
Jul 6, 2022 · Christophe Hodder, the first UN Climate Security and Environmental Advisor to Somalia, talks about how the country can emerge from decades of conflict. For Somalia, nature is key to lasting peace: UN expert
15 Best Places to Visit in Somalia - The Crazy Tourist
Jan 26, 2020 · Carrying on the Somaliland (as opposed to Somalia) theme, the town of Zeila (also known as Seylac) beckons adventurous travelers to the far-flung north-western corner of the nation, where the dry and arid land of sand …
Biodiversity / Somalia | Interactive Country Fiches - UNEP/GRID
Somalia is one of the biodiversity-rich countries in the Horn of Africa, with a high level of endemic species [1]. However, due to decades of conflict, there is limited scientific knowledge and …
Ecological Regions Of Somalia - WorldAtlas
Aug 2, 2019 · The Somali Wild Ass, Dorcas gazelle, Beira, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk constitute the dominant fauna. Dry habitat species including the gecko are also common. Political instability is the biggest problem facing the …
National Parks Of Somalia - WorldAtlas
Aug 2, 2019 · Somalia is semi-arid with a hot climate which prevails throughout the year. It has a population of around 11 million with 85% of the population being ethnic Somalis who habit the northern side of the country while the minorities …
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