Animals and Wildlife

Winter in Iran’s Golestan: Symphony of birds

In the lush nature of Iran’s northern Golestan Province, as autumn arrives and temperatures drop, thousands of migratory birds fly from the north to warmer regions.

Homa-ye Saadat, symbol of prosperity, spotted in Iran’s Alamut

A bearded vulture, known as Homa in Persian literature and regarded as a symbol of prosperity, has been observed and photographed in the skies of the mountainous Alamut region in Qazvin, north-central Iran, according to the provincial Department of Environmental Protection.

Turkmen Horse important cultural symbol of ancient and modern Iran

Iranians have had a special interest in horses since ancient times, and sports like horse racing and polo are deep-rooted in the history of this land.

Iran’s Miankaleh wildlife sanctuary: A haven for migratory birds

Every winter, thousands of flamingos and various migratory bird species make their way to Miankaleh Lagoon in Mazandaran province, northern Iran.

Winter delights in Iran’s Sorkhrud: Whooper swans bring joy

The Sorkhrud Wetland in Iran’s northern Mazandaran Province is buzzing with life as it hosts the magnificent whooper swans this winter.

“Water’s End” in southern Iran a haven for migratory birds 

Located 30 kilometers from Minab in the Kalahi and Sirik region in Iran' southern province of Hormozgan, the village of Tiab stretches approximately 9 kilometers from its main branch to its opening into the sea. 

Seabirds “Shalus” of Persian Gulf captivate nature enthusiasts

The "Shalus," a local word for seabirds from the gull family, inhabit the shores of the Persian Gulf, attracting the attention of nature lovers and tourists with their appealing appearance and social behaviors.

Siberian gulls bring winter charm to Shiraz, southern Iran

With the arrival of winter, Siberian seagulls of the kakayi species have migrated to Iran’s beautiful city of Shiraz, gracing the Nahr-e Azam water reservoir with their presence.

Leopard spotted roaming with cubs in Iran’s Savadkuh

Stunning images have been captured of a mother leopard along with her two cubs in the heights of the Savadkuh non-hunting area, in northern Iran.

Leopard, cub spotted in Gilan’s Hyrcanian forests

A leopard and its cub have been sighted in the Ashkourat Rudsar no-hunting area, in northern Iran, the director general of Environmental Protection Unit for Gilan Province announced.

Iranian martial artist Aliakbari sparks controversy with video of pet lion

World-renowned Iranian martial artist Amir Aliakbari has stirred controversy by posting a video of himself hugging a lion at his home.

Iranian cheetah sighted in Miandasht: Last ray of hope to reverse extinction

The sighting of an Iranian cheetah in Miandasht Wildlife Refuge in northeastern Iran after nearly seven years has brought renewed hope for the survival of the critically endangered species.

Soaring over Iran’s Maharloo Lake

Maharloo Lake, a seasonal wonder nestled in the south of Iran, dries up towards the end of summer, only to be revived by the autumn and winter rains.

Persian onager: A unique species endangered by human activity

The Persian onager, one of the four subspecies of the Asiatic wild ass, closely resembles a horse and is native to the deserts of Iran.

Brown bear spotted in Iran’s Oshtorankuh protected area

A brown bear has been photographed in the Oshtorankuh Protected Area and Gahar Lake in central Iran, the acting head of the Lorestan Province’s Department of Environment announced on Sunday.

27 rare falcons saved from trafficking, released into wild in Iran’s Hormozgan

Iranian police recently intercepted a major wildlife smuggling operation, rescuing 27 rare and valuable falcons hidden in a vehicle.

Unknown bird spotted in Bandar Kangan, southern Iran

An unidentified bird in a home in the southern Iranian city of Bandar Kangan has surprised nature lovers.

Iran’s Hormozgan welcomes Siberian birds

Over 90 species of aquatic and shore birds from Siberia have arrived in Iran’s southern Hormozgan province with the onset of autumn, ready to spend the winter in the wetlands and coastal habitats of the region.

Brown bear filmed in Ramsar forests, northern Iran

A nature enthusiast has captured footage of a brown bear roaming the forests of Ramsar in northern Iran, indicating the well-being of the species in the heart of the Hyrcanian forests, IRNA news agency reported.

Majesty of the Caspian Red Deer in Northern Alborz, Iran

The Maral, or Caspian Red Deer, is one of the largest deer species and the largest native deer in Iran. Its habitat is primarily in the Hyrcanian forests in the north and the Alborz mountains of Iran.

Tiglon dies of lymphoma complications at Mashhad Zoo, northeastern Iran

A female tiglon, aged approximately 17 and a half years, has died at Mashhad Zoo, northeastern Iran, following a period of illness.

Iranian wild goats and leopards spotted in northwestern protected area of Kaghazkonan 

A herd of Iranian wild goats and leopards was spotted by the environmentalists of Iran’s East Azerbaijan Province in the protected area of  Kaghazkonan in northwestern Iran.

Ranchers in northern Iran move to summer resorts in mountains

As the weather gets hot in summer, cattle herders and ranchers in the northern Iranian province of Mazandaran move to the resorts in higher altitudes.

Four Persian leopards spotted in Iran’s Naeen 

Camera traps have recorded a rare image of four leopards in the same frame, the General Department of Environmental Protection of Isfahan province said. 

Official: Persian yellow deer community fit as fiddle 

The population of the Persian yellow deer in the northern Iranian province of Mazandaran has witnessed a considerable growth thanks to the proper conditions in the protected area, says an environmental official. 

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