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Mount Hermon \ Jabal al-Shaykh - Lebanon
Facts About Pharaoh Eagle-Owl Part 02
The Pharaoh Eagle-Owl isn’t always where you expect it. Some days it’s perched in plain sight; other days, it vanishes into the desert’s silence. Discover the reasons behind its unpredictable presence — from shifting temperatures and prey movements to its instinct for survival in the wild landscapes of the UAE.
Facts About Pharaoh Eagle-Owl Part 01
Before the breeding season begins, Pharaoh Eagle-Owls in the UAE engage in fascinating pre-nesting behavior. From echoing calls at dusk to food sharing and close roosting, these early signs reveal how devoted and territorial this desert species truly is.
UAE Wildlife Photography Trips: Shorebirds, Vipers, and Desert Discoveries
In early September, Ras Al Khaimah revealed its hidden treasures — from elusive shorebirds like the Eurasian Oystercatcher and Crab Plover to desert vipers and the rare False Cobra. By focusing on lesser-visited habitats close to home, I aim to document all of the UAE’s wildlife — birds, mammals, and herpetofauna — while offering guided trips that bring others into the heart of these wild encounters.
Where I Least Expected It: Wildlife Photography in the UAE
When I moved from Lebanon — a land of forests, rivers, and mountains — to the seemingly harsh deserts of the UAE, I expected my wildlife photography journey to slow down. Instead, I uncovered an entirely new world teeming with birds, mammals, and breathtaking landscapes. From coastal shorelines to rugged mountain peaks, the Emirates proved to be one of the most surprising and rewarding environments I’ve ever photographed.
Three Years, Two Dream Lenses — A Wild Journey in Wildlife Photography
I began my wildlife photography journey in 2022 — and in just a few short years, I’ve grown faster than I ever imagined. With years of prior experience in other photography fields and access to dream lenses like the 500mm and 800mm primes, I started from a place most photographers only reach after a decade. Here's how that changed everything — and what I’d tell new photographers today.
إيقاعات بصرية للفنون والتصوير الفوتوغرافي
بكل فخر شاركتُ بأول معرض فني لي في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة، حيث قدمت رسالة توثيق جمال الحياة البرية وحمايتها، في معرض افتتحه معالي محمد بن عمران الشامسي برأس الخيمة
A Day I’ll Never Forget – Egyptian Vultures at Jebel Hafeet
An unforgettable encounter with the Egyptian Vultures of Jebel Hafeet—my first trip turned into the wildlife experience of a lifetime, with close-up moments, soaring displays, and a thriving colony in the heart of the UAE.
Nothing is Guaranteed Except Change
Wildlife photography is all about persistence and patience. No matter how much research and preparation you do, nothing is guaranteed. Targeted photography—pursuing specific species—often requires multiple trips, countless hours, and immense effort. Success is never certain, but the challenge is what makes it rewarding.