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Saudi Green Initiative Day is an annual official day dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of environmental action in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It corresponds to March 27 each year and was approved by the Council of Ministers on March 19, 2024. The Saudi Green Initiative Day coincides with March 27, 2021, the launch of the initiative, with the aim of encouraging citizens and residents in the Kingdom to contribute to building a more sustainable future for all. Saudi Green Ini...

Aromatic plants in Taif include several types of mountain plants distinguished by their fragrance. They cover the summits of the mountains in Taif Governorate and large areas of its centers. Aromatic plants comprise the Taif rose , jasmine, juniper trees, basil, and lavender. The governorate is also renowned for its seasonal fruits, some of whose flowers produce fragrant scents. Taif rose Taif Governorate is renowned for its variety of aromatic plants grown in its agricultural and fertile lands...

The National Plan to Combat Marine Pollution by Oil and Other Harmful Substances in Emergencies is a strategy developed by the General Authority of Meteorology and Environmental Protection (now the National Center of Meteorology ). The plan was approved by a resolution from the Council of Ministers in 1991 to align with the policies of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia regarding oil exploration, production, and transportation of oil and other harmful substances to mitigate environmental, health, and ...

Al-Asfar Lake is an artificial lake located in al-Ahsa governorate in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It consists mainly of treated wastewater and irrigation water in the middle of a sandy area. It is considered the largest body of water of its kind among the sand dunes in the Arabian Gulf. Location of al-Asfar lake Al-Asfar lake is located five km east of Umran city in al-Ahsa governorate, Eastern Province. The lake is a crucial rest stop for many birds since it attracts ...

Lavender aromatic plants ( Lavandula ) grow naturally in several regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . They are mostly found in the north where they cover large areas of prairies in al-Jawf Province in winter. They also grow in ad-Dahna' Desert, east of Riyadh City , and on the stone hills across 'Jafi' valley, east of Riyadh. Lavenders are known for their distinctive flowers, thus becoming the flower of choice for adorning public places and parks. Lavender essential oil is us...

Coral reefs in the Red Sea accumulate to form reef-building corals or coral barriers. They result from an interaction between their content of organic and calcareous material. They take the form of lagoons whenever their formation is incomplete. They are featured in multiple forms in the Red Sea where more than two hundred types of corals are spread along and across the Red Sea Coast. Coral reefs located within the Red Sea territorial waters of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia comprise: Al-Shaqasheq...

The Asian Houbara (scientific name: Chlamydotis macqueenii) is a bird native to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . During winter, it migrates south and southwest within the Kingdom. Classified as a rare bird, it inhabits shallow sandy valleys and the depressions of Harrat al-Harrah, one of the natural areas within King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve. This reserve is located east of Wadi as-Sirhan in al-Jawf Province , north of the Kingdom, and spans an area of 13,775 km 2 . Life of the Asian Hou...

The Blue Holes in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are an ecological system and geological formation consisting of circular submerged cavities within the water. They are located in the southern Red Sea , off the southern coasts of the Kingdom. These formations were discovered in 2022 during a scientific exploratory mission called the 'Red Sea Decade Expedition.' A total of twenty blue holes were identified. Formation of blue holes in Saudi Arabia Blue holes are rare geological formations w...

Butterflies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are insects widespread across the Kingdom. While they are considered pests to plants, they are also classified as effective pollinators of wild plants. Types of butterflies Butterflies in the Kingdom belong to four different species from the order 'Lepidoptera.' They visit four different types of wild plants that serve as their primary food source. Butterflies lay their eggs on these plants, which then hatch into worm-like larvae that activel...

The annual celestial markers (Tawale') in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are the astrology houses that appear during the seasons of the year. Each lasts for thirteen days and serves as a guide for farmers to determine their planting times. They are as follows: - Winter Markers: The winter season includes seven celestial markers, beginning with Ikleel, a grouping of three aligned bright stars. During this period, palm fronds and tree branches are pruned. This marker, which signifies the beginn...

Fitri Platform is a government electronic services platform launched by the National Center for Wildlife  in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on November 4, 2020. It specializes in issuing licenses for import, export, hunting, and other activities related to wildlife and their products. The platform facilitates the process of obtaining licenses for activities related to wildlife and their products, classified under the Environmental Law and its executive regulations, and international agreements in...

The Marine 'Hydrographic' Survey Project is implemented by the General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . The project aims to collect marine survey data for producing navigational charts, both paper and electronic, for the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aqaba, and the Arabian Gulf. Importance of the Marine Survey Project The importance of marine surveying is tied to development and economy, security and defense, scientific research, and the protecti...