Al Ushsh Island


Site description (2017 baseline):

Site location and context
Inhabited, rocky island with tussock grass, joined by bar to sandy island (east). Scrubby cover. Small cliff line.

Key biodiversity
Important island for breeding Osprey in winter and White-cheeked Terns that breed in summer.

Other biodiversity: Hawksbill Turtle, Dugong.


Habitat and land use
Typical desert in terms of vegetation characteristics.

Pressure/threats to key biodiversity
There is moderate disturbance from recreational activities.

Land ownership
The site is part of a private area belonging to members of the royal family.


Acknowledgements
Data-sheet compiled by: Shahid Bashir Khan, Dr Salim Javed, Shakeel Ahmed (EAD).



Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2024) Important Bird Area factsheet: Al Ushsh Island (United Arab Emirates). Downloaded from https://datazone.birdlife.org/site/factsheet/al-ushsh-island-iba-united-arab-emirates on 23/12/2024.