The Middle East is home to a diverse range of marine wildlife. In celebration of World Oceans Day on June 8, we look at six marine animals that can be found in the region.
6 Marine animals found in the Middle East
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Turtle
Oman boasts five of the seven species of turtles that migrate to the beaches of the Arab Peninsula annually to lay their eggs.
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Humpback Dolphin
Abu Dhabi is home to one of the largest populations of the humpback dolphin. You can spot them in shallow waters and channels around the UAE capital.
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Mediterranean Monk Seal
The endangered creatures can be found throughout the Mediterranean and appear along the coasts of Morocco and Algeria.
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Dugong
Also known as the sea cow, the highest numbers of the marine animal are found in the Gulf off the coasts of Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE.
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Whale Shark
The typically harmless sea creatures are often found in warm, shallow waters, making the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman suitable habitats.
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Blue-Spotted Ray
One of the most iconic species of the Red Sea, the blue spotted ribbontail ray is a common species of stingray almost guaranteed to be sighted on any dive in an Egyptian reef.
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