Abu Dhabi launches Wildlife Network to rescue and rehabilitate local species
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The Environment Agency. Abu Dhabi launched the Abu Dhabi Wildlife Response Network in October to protect and care for vulnerable animals across the emirate.
This initiative brings together government entities, private stakeholders, academic institutions, and community members to create a coordinated framework for wildlife protection. The network manages rescue operations by receiving reports from the public and partners through a centralized digital system. Specialized field teams then travel to distressed animals to provide immediate first aid.
Following stabilization, the agency transports the animals to specialized rehabilitation centers, such as those at The National Aquarium and SeaWorld Yas Island, where veterinarians provide medical treatment using advanced tools like computed tomography scanners. Once they recover, the agency releases the animals back into their natural habitats, such as the Arabian Gulf. In some instances, the team fits animals with solar-powered tracking devices to monitor their behavior and movements for conservation research.
The network also serves as a hub for sharing scientific data and will launch awareness campaigns to encourage residents and visitors to report wildlife in distress.
