Sharjah's Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) has confiscated 65 sandfish lizards in the Al Bataeh area near Khorfakkan Road in a bid to help preserve them.
Posting an image of the creatures in a container, the EPAA said it had taken possession of the Arabian sand skink after fishing violations were reported during the breeding season.
The authority reaffirmed its efforts to protect wildlife from improper practices and provide the appropriate conditions for the breeding season.
UAE responds to incoming missile, drone threats from Iran on Tuesday
The Ministry of Defence has announced on Tuesday that air defences are currently responding to incoming missiles and drone threats from Iran.
Rain forecast for parts of UAE until March 12
The UAE weather bureau has forecast overcast skies and rainfall of varying intensities across several parts of the UAE until Thursday, March 12.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed issues law on building safety in Dubai
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has established a law to ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of buildings in the Emirate.
UAE leaders highlight unity and strength in Dubai meeting
The UAE's leaders have emphasised the country's ability to overcome challenges through societal unity and strong institutions.
The Ministry of Defence has announced on Tuesday that air defences are currently responding to incoming missiles and drone threats from Iran.
The UAE weather bureau has forecast overcast skies and rainfall of varying intensities across several parts of the UAE until Thursday, March 12.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has established a law to ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of buildings in the Emirate.
