Emirati man rescues injured gazelle in Dubai desert
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Mohammed Salem Al Muhairbi, a 47-year-old Emirati citizen, discovered an injured gazelle in the Saih Al Salam desert near Dubai while on a routine visit on July 17.
Al Muhairbi noticed the gazelle was not fleeing as expected, and upon closer inspection, he saw it had a leg injury and was struggling to move in the 48°C heat. He carefully monitored the animal, giving it time to calm before contacting a veterinarian and safely capturing it.
The veterinarian sedated the gazelle so Al Muhairbi could treat its injury. After two weeks of care, including injections and nutrition, the gazelle recovered enough to be released. Al Muhairbi returned the gazelle to the original location where he found it, believing this was best because the animal was still weak and might face challenges from other males in a new territory.
Al Muhairbi has a long history with the Saih Al Salam area, visiting for 25 years and continuing a tradition started by his father, who hunted there 50 years prior. He regularly cleans up trash and asks visitors to avoid disturbing the wildlife, demonstrating a commitment to preserving the desert environment. He cautions others against attempting to rescue injured animals without experience, as this could endanger both people and animals.
