"Endangered"… Safe in Kuwait

The Government Communications Center issued a report highlighting the official efforts by state agencies to protect endangered animals, noting the care and attention these animals receive, as well as the opening of nature reserves to safeguard them.

The report stated that “the population of the red fox (Husni) has declined due to urban expansion and overhunting,” adding that “Kuwait has established an isolated habitat for the species within the Sabah Al-Ahmad Nature Reserve, where camping and vehicle access are prohibited.”

It also mentioned the sand cat, which is “sighted in small numbers far from any area of human activity,” explaining that “the state has designated desert areas to allow the species to breed regularly each year.”

Regarding the Arabian honey badger, the report noted that it is “a medium-sized carnivorous mammal found in the country’s deserts. It is rarely seen, and its numbers are declining due to urban development, with its habitat becoming extremely limited.” The report added that it is “a solitary, nocturnal animal characterized by thick skin and a powerful jaw. It is known for its ferocity and for attacking animals larger than itself.”

The report further explained that “the honey badger releases a foul odor to repel predators. It averages 85 centimeters in length and 11 kilograms in weight. Its diet includes mice, birds, and both venomous and non-venomous snakes, and it is well known for consuming honey. The female typically gives birth to one or two cubs, which remain with their mother for more than a year.”