EPAA Introduces 61 New African Species to Sharjah Safari

Provides the visitors with an optimal opportunity to satisfy their passion for nature
Her Excellency Hana Saif Al Suwaidi, Chairperson of the Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) said: "The EPAA adopts a well-planned strategy with a precise timeline spread across specific phases to add new species of mammals, reptiles, birds, and other African animals to enhance the diversity in the Sharjah Safari project. This aims to promote its tourism and environmental destination, in line with the vision and directives of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to preserve and protect the environment, conserve biodiversity, work towards protecting and multiplying endangered animals, and promote sustainability and eco-tourism. The new addition also provides the public and visitors with an optimal opportunity to satisfy their passion for nature, enjoy encountering more animals from the African continent, and create renewed educational opportunities for students of all ages, from schools to universities."

Her Excellency Hana Saif Al Suwaidi emphasized that the Safari project management is keen to adopt and implement the best practices and standards related to the continuous development of the project and the updating of its various facilities, which take into account the African wildlife nature, relying on wood and straw. In addition, advanced and regular medical care is provided to animals under the supervision of a group of specialized veterinarians. Furthermore, breeding operations are carried out to increase the number of animals in the Sharjah Safari, especially the rare and endangered ones. It is worth noting that the EPAA implements strict procedures to ensure the safety of visitors and the staff, by placing warning signs and informative brochures that prohibit approaching or causing harm to the animals.

A number of new and distinctive additions
It is worth mentioning that the third season of Sharjah Safari includes a number of new and distinctive additions, where visitors will have the opportunity to experience the Sharjah Safari runway, which offers many additions to the African bird and animals shows, highlighting their natural behaviors in exciting and fascinating atmospheres with the audience. There is also a real adventure among wetlands, ravines, valleys, small lakes, waterfalls, rocky mountains, and vast areas of African nature, including rare and diverse African trees and shrubs. Visitors to Sharjah Safari will have the opportunity to embark on a fun and thrilling journey.