Dana Biosphere Reserve

محمية ضانا للمحيط الحيوي
national park in Tafilah Governorate
#1 in Tafilah Governorate / #9 in Jordan
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by Bernard Gagnon
/ CC BY-SA 3.0

The Dana Biosphere Reserve, located in southern Jordan, is the country's largest nature reserve, spanning over 320 square kilometers. Established in 1989, it encompasses a diverse range of landscapes, including rugged mountains, sweeping valleys, and expansive desert plains. The reserve is known for its rich biodiversity, housing over 800 plant species, 190 bird species, and numerous mammals, including the endangered Nubian ibex and Syrian wolf. The reserve is also culturally significant, with archaeological sites dating back to the Paleolithic era.


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