‘ROPME should help launch regional center for biodiversity in Iran’

TEHRAN – A series of measures have been taken so far for setting up a regional center for biodiversity in Iran. Still, the Regional Organization for the Protection of Marine Environment (ROPME) should support the country in this regard, an official with the Department of Environment (DOE) has said.

Iran among 20 countries rich in biodiversity and genetics

TEHRAN – There are 11 types of ecosystems in the world, 9 of which are identified in Iran. Moreover, out of 42 types of wetlands, 41 types exist in the country. Therefore, Iran is one of the 20 countries rich in biodiversity and genetics.

Biodiversity at Bamou National Park

Bamou National Park is located in the southern province of Fars with an area of some 48,000 hectares.

Biodiversity museum of Iran home to rare, extinct species

TEHRAN – The richest and most important biodiversity museum of Iran exhibits extinct native species such as the Persian lion and Caspian tiger, as well as rare species of Asiatic cheetah, mugger crocodile, bustard, grouse, and Asian black bear.

More than 8,000 plant species identified in Iran

TEHRAN - In terms of biological and genetic diversity, Iran is among the top twenty countries in the world, so more than 8,000 plant species and a significant number of exclusive species in Iran have placed important parts of the country in the world's biodiversity hotspots.

Five ecological zones shaping Iran’s biodiversity

TEHRAN – Iran shares five ecological zones with specific flora from the lowest to the highest parts. Each region is defined by its characteristics that play a significant role in a land's biodiversity and richness.

Iconic Mount Damavand still facing challenges

TEHRAN – Nineteen years ago, environmentalists named July 4 Damavand Day in order to highlight the importance of the iconic mountain in preserving the valuable biodiversity of the region.

Wildlife genetic resources system to be launched

TEHRAN – A system of wildlife genetic resources will soon be set up to properly exploit these valuable resources, Mohammad Medadi, head of the National Museum of Natural History and Genetic Resources, said.

Free admission to biodiversity museums on World Wildlife Day

TEHRAN – The museums of the natural history and biodiversity will make admission to their permanent collections free on March 3, which marks World Wildlife Day, IRIB reported.

DOE to deal with biological invaders threatening biodiversity

TEHRAN – Invasive species harm their new habitat after being introduced to it by humans. So, the Department of Environment has prepared programs to address and control the biological invaders while supporting education and raising awareness.

DOE drafts comprehensive bill on biodiversity protection

TEHRAN – The Department of Environment (DOE) has drafted a comprehensive bill for the protection of biodiversity to submit to the Majlis (Iranian Parliament), Hassan Akbari, the DOE’s caretaker has stated.

By Faranak Bakhtiari

Biodiversity conservation, an asset to fight coronavirus

TEHRAN – Loss of natural habitats is the reason behind the outbreak of zoonotic diseases so that biodiversity protection is a great tool to fight epidemics such as coronavirus.

“Biodiversity, ecotourism development strategy” conference to be held

TEHRAN – A national conference on “Biodiversity, ecotourism development strategy” will be held online on May 22-24, to mark International Day for Biological Diversity.