Author: jasminsafari
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Gahar Lakes
Gahar Lake is a stunning high-altitude freshwater lake located in the Zagros Mountains of Lorestan Province, western Iran. Often called “the Jewel of Oshtorankouh,” it is a pristine and well-preserved natural attraction, primarily due to its remote location and protected status. Geography and Hydrology: Location: Gahar Lake is situated within the Oshtorankouh protected zone,…
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Zarivar Lake
Zarivar Lake, also known as Zrebar or Zaribar, is a remarkable freshwater lake located in the Zagros Mountains, near the city of Marivan in the Kurdistan Province of western Iran. It is a natural gem and one of the most significant tourist attractions in the region, recognized for its unique ecosystem, scenic beauty, and cultural…
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Qeshm Geopark
Based on the abundant resources of nature and the landscape, especially its exceptional Geology, a Geopark was established in the Western part of Qeshm Island. Qeshm Geopark possesses an area over 32000 hectares on Western side of the Island. Qeshm Geopark as the only Geopark in the Middle-East has been registered by the Global Network…
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Persian Onager
The Persian Onager (Equus hemionus onager), also known as the Persian Wild Ass or Persian Zebra, is a critically important subspecies of the Asiatic Wild Ass (Equus hemionus). Native exclusively to Iran, it is renowned for its resilience in harsh desert environments. Habitat and Distribution The Persian Onager is found primarily in the semi-desert and…
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Chukar Partridge
The Chukar Partridge (Alectoris chukar) is one of the most common and recognizable upland gamebirds in Iran, thriving across its vast, rugged, and semi-arid landscapes. Known locally by the Persian name “Kabk”, this adaptable bird is an iconic sight and sound of the Iranian mountains. Distribution and Habitat The Chukar Partridge is widely distributed across…
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Asiatic black bear
The Asiatic Black Bear (Ursus thibetanus), specifically the Baluchistan Black Bear subspecies (U. t. gedrosianus), is a highly significant but critically endangered mammal in Iran. As the westernmost edge of the species’ global range, the bears in Iran face unique conservation challenges. Habitat and Distribution in Iran Iran represents the western limit of the Asiatic…
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Persian leopard
The Persian Leopard (Panthera pardus tulliana), also known as the Caucasian or Anatolian Leopard, is a magnificent and Endangered subspecies of leopard. Iran is universally recognized as the most crucial stronghold for this majestic big cat, hosting the largest remaining population in the world. Habitat & Distribution in Iran Primary Range: The Persian leopard is…
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Caspian Seal
The Caspian Seal (Pusa caspica) is a unique and critically important marine mammal, as it is the only seal species and the only mammal endemic to the vast, landlocked Caspian Sea. This charismatic animal is a vital indicator of the sea’s ecological health, but its population has suffered a catastrophic decline, leading to its classification…
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Maral red deer
The Caspian red deer (Cervus elaphus maral), is one of the easternmost subspecies of red deer that is native to areas between the Black Sea and Caspian Sea such as Crimea, Asia Minor, the Caucasus Mountains region bordering Europe and Asia, and along the Caspian Sea region in Iran. The Caspian red deer is sometimes referred…
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Eurasian lynx
The Eurasian lynx (Lynx lynx) is a medium-sized cat native to European and Siberian forests, Central Asia and East Asia. It is also known as the European lynx, common lynx, the northern lynx, and the Siberian or Russian lynx. While its conservation status has been classified as “Least Concern”, populations of Eurasian lynx have been reduced…