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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. 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. |
