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2024-12-15 15:32
‘Paradise of birds’ hosting migratory swans
TEHRAN –A Flock of whooper swans have been observed in Kani Barazan International Wetland, which is known as the ‘paradise of birds’ in the northwestern province of West Azarbaijan.
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2024-12-11 15:15
Naqadeh wetlands hosting migratory ruddy shelducks
TEHRAN –Large flocks of migratory ruddy shelducks have been observed in Dargah Sangi and Solduz wetlands in Naqadeh county, the northwestern West Azarbaijan province, according to an official with the provincial department of environment.
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2024-12-02 17:02
Migratory birds flocking to Tehran lake
Khalij-e Fars (Persian Gulf) lake in the west of Tehran is hosting birds that are migrating from Siberia and eastern Europe to spend the winter.
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2024-11-30 15:50
Lorestan wetlands hosting migratory birds
TEHRAN –With the beginning of the cold season, aquatic and waterside birds have started wintering in the wetlands of Lorestan province, southwest of the country.
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2024-10-09 15:41
Ilam hosting migratory birds
TEHRAN –Every year, wetlands and habitats in Ilam province, in the west of Iran, welcome a large number of migratory birds.
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2024-08-20 15:29
Lake Urmia hosting migratory grey cranes, flamingos
TEHRAN –The first flocks of migratory grey cranes and flamingos have been spotted in satellite wetlands of Lake Urmia, northwestern West Azarbaijan province, an official with the provincial department of environment, has said.
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2024-07-17 17:56
Stork habitat in Kordestan province gains national label
TEHRAN – A habitat of migratory storks in Kordestan province has been officially registered on Iran’s national list of natural sites to help protect its serene atmosphere.
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2024-05-27 22:09
Sustan wetland: Gilan’s human-made marvel amidst nature’s splendor
TEHRAN - In the lush landscapes of Gilan, Iran, lies picturesque Sustan wetland within the verdant city of Lahijan, often hailed as the jewel of the province.
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2024-05-22 17:27
Ecotourism to take center stage in Miankaleh
TEHRAN – In a bid to preserve the pristine ecosystem of the Miankaleh peninsula while fostering sustainable tourism, a pioneering initiative is in the pipeline.
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2024-05-17 17:31
Special guests of North Khorasan delight birders
TEHRAN – On Wednesday, North Khorasan played host to a lively event, dedicated to bird-watching in the days in which the provincial wetlands welcomed special winged visitors.
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2024-05-12 15:51
Iran's sky hosting migratory birds
Iran hosts more than five percent of the world's migratory birds in 450 sites in winter. Each year the World Migratory Bird Day is celebrated on May 11 to raise awareness about the importance of migratory birds and the need to protect them.
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2024-05-11 15:39
Iran is main wintering habitat in West Asia for migratory birds: official
TEHRAN –Iran is the most important country in West Asia in terms of housing migratory birds in winter as around two million birds fly each year to spend winter in the country's wetlands, according to an official with the Department of Environment (DOE).
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2024-04-30 21:58
Abshineh wetland: a stopover for migratory winged visitors
TEHRAN – Situated just 15 kilometers from the city of Hamadan near a road to Malayer, Abshineh wetland, stands as a testament to Iran's rich environmental heritage.
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2024-04-17 14:15
Marreh Wetland: a gem for migratory birds
TEHRAN - Nestled on the western edge of a protected desert area, Marreh Wetland, also known as the “Desert Gem” stands as one of the five significant wetlands in Qom province, becoming a sanctuary for various bird species.
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2024-04-08 17:29
Discover spectacular bird life in Fereydun-Kenar
TEHRAN - In northern Iran, where the gentle waves of the Caspian Sea touch the shores, lies a hidden gem cherished by nature lovers and birdwatchers alike—the Fereydun-Kenar wetland complex.
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2024-04-07 16:18
Migratory flamingoes land in North Khorasan reservoirs
TEHRAN –On their way to cold regions, flamingos have been spotted at reservoirs in North Khorasan Province, an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has said.
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2024-02-17 13:49
Iran hosts over 5% of world's wintering birds
TEHRAN –Iran hosts more than five percent of the world's migratory birds in 450 sites in winter, the Department of Environment’s director for natural environment and biodiversity has said.
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2023-12-25 17:35
Migratory birds at Hour al-Azim wetland
Hour al-Azim wetland is an important wetland on the border of Iran and Iraq. Unique species such as cormorants, margerdans, giant herons, African egrets, marble ducks, white-headed ducks, long-tailed ducks, and many other types of water and waterside birds live there.
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2023-11-25 15:44
Mazandaran hosting wintering migratory birds
TEHRAN – This winter, more migratory birds are migrating to Mazandaran’s habitats thanks to the abundance of rainfall and the suitability of aquatic environments for animal species in the northern province, wildlife experts have said.
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2023-11-11 16:29
A top birdwatching site in southwest Iran
Gandoman wetland, stretching to 1,070 hectares, is located in the southwest of the country.
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2023-10-13 15:26
By Mehdi Garshasbi
World Migratory Bird Day: focus on water
TEHRAN – October 14 is the World Migratory Bird Day. This year, the theme for the day is “Water and its Importance for Migratory Bird.”
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2023-08-14 12:16
Choghakhor, a main habitat for birds
Choghakhor Wetland is located in the southwestern Chaharmahal-Bakhtiari province.
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2023-07-21 17:19
Discover diversity of bird species in Khuzestan
TEHRAN – The southwestern province of Khuzestan is the most diverse region in terms of different bird species, its unique and pleasant climate, as well as rich natural habitats, have turned this province into a paradise for rare and endangered species of birds.
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2023-05-14 17:21
Quri Gol, a habitat of migratory birds
Quri Gol wetland with an area of 200 hectares is located in the northwestern East Azarbaijan province. The wetland is an important habitat for migratory birds.
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2023-05-14 16:14
By Mehdi Garshasbi
Water and its importance for migratory birds
TEHRAN - Sunday, May 14, is the World Migratory Bird Day. This year, the theme for the day is “Water and its Importance for Migratory Bird.”
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2023-05-08 16:55
Migratory birds return to revived wetland
Quri Gol international wetland in the northwestern East Azarbaijan province is once again hosting migratory birds.
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2023-04-07 16:20
Migratory birds herald Lake Urmia coming back to life
Flocks of migratory birds are flying over Lake Urmia as a sign that the once-dying lake in the northwest of the country is being resuscitated.
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2023-03-01 22:00
Yazd tourism hosts wildlife event
TEHRAN – Yazd province’s tourism directorate is hosting a three-day wildlife event, organized in commemoration of the World Wildlife Day.
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2023-02-24 20:30
Beautiful Iran: Ashuradeh Island
Ashuradeh is the name of an island in the Miankaleh peninsula, 10 km west of Bandar Torkaman in northern Iran.
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2023-01-24 17:52
Kani Barazan wetland hosting thousands of migratory birds
TEHRAN - Kani Barazan International Wetland, located in the northwestern province of West Azarbaijan, is hosting more than 30,000 migratory birds for wintering.