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Natural History of Kuwait: Due to the low annual rainfall and the
lack of surface water, plants and animal life in Kuwait have adapted
to the arid conditions. During the late winter and early spring,
especially after an abundant rain season, colorful desert flowers
and grasses cover most of the land. Desert mammals such as Red fox,
jerboa's, gerbils, and hedgehogs are common. Kuwait has also
recorded 30 species of desert mammals and approximately 300 species
of birds. and 48 species of reptiles in desert and sea. While only
about 20 species can be found in Kuwait year long, many birds are
winter visitors or passing migrants. Also recorded approximately 30
species of reptiles, and 13 species of invertebrates They are
attracted by the cool and wet winter months, which encourage insects
and plants to flourish and thus create an ample supply of food. |
