Ain Dahab

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Ain Dahab

  • Country: 
    Tunisia
  • Site number: 
    1696
  • Area: 
    560 ha
  • Designation date: 
    07-11-2007
  • Coordinates: 
    35°52'N 09°28'E
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Overview

Ain Dahab. 07/11/07; Siliana; 560 ha; 35°53'N 009°28'E. Located in central Tunisia, this wetland, whose name literally means "source of gold", originates in a karstic environment well-known for its underground hydrological formations, which in turn host an important population of bats (Pipistrellus sp) that has not yet been fully studied. The portion of the site above ground has the typical flora and fauna of central Tunisia, which is characterised by a rocky semi-arid landscape. The site is virtually intact, and extensive cattle grazing probably constitutes its main stressor. Ramsar site No. 1696. Most recent RIS information: 2007.

Administrative region: 
Siliana Governorate

  • Last publication date: 
    07-11-2007

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