Arabian Desert - Ecological Threats

Ecological Threats

  • Overgrazing by camels and goats, with increased herd size, and a more sedentary lifestyle amongst the Bedouin
  • Human destruction of habitat
  • Agricultural projects
  • Oil and gas production
  • War and its impacts

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