Environment Protection (Cat Species in U.A.E)

United Arab Emirates10 October 1994Draft

Life on earth is not only threatened by pollution of the environment, but also by the loss of undisturbed places where wildlife can prosper. Many organizations are struggling to deal with these dangers to our environment. In the Arabian peninsula, the Arabian Leopard Trust was founded recently. Its three main aims are: -to educate the general public about the existence of the unique wildlife of the Arabian peninsula and the dangers that threaten it. -to breed endangered species of wild animals in captivity, and -to create wildlife reserves, where the animals can live in their natural surroundings for future generations to see and enjoy. At a time when practically all indigenous Arabian animals are in danger of becoming extinct, the concern to protect them, marks a civilized attitude towards our environment and wildlife. Among the animals in need of protection are the four species of cats in the U.A.E. that are: ARABIAN LEOPARD -Panthera pardus nimr The beautiful and powerful leopard survives in one of the most in- hospitable habitats in the world. It hunts at night, and will eat anything from insects and birds to small mammals and feral goats. Size: 30 x 40 mm in sheets of 50 stamps.