Azraq Wetland Reserve

The Natural Reserve of al-Azraq, is in the eatern desert of Jordan. It is characterized by the presence of water wells that form natural ponds, wetlands and huge quagmire known as Qa'a Al-Azraq. This attracts a large variety of birds (over 160 species), that stop here to rest on their hard migration between Africa and Asia. Some of them remain in the reserve of the oasis during winter or during their breeding period. It was created in 1978 by the RSCN, which has been responsible for its management ever since. Here you will find the Sahwmari Natural Reserve, responsible for the conservation of endangered species.