Sharjah's Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) has confiscated 65 sandfish lizards in the Al Bataeh area near Khorfakkan Road in a bid to help preserve them.
Posting an image of the creatures in a container, the EPAA said it had taken possession of the Arabian sand skink after fishing violations were reported during the breeding season.
The authority reaffirmed its efforts to protect wildlife from improper practices and provide the appropriate conditions for the breeding season.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan launches Dubai-it Award
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has launched the Dubai-it Award to honour "individuals, projects, companies and institutions that... transform bold ideas into exceptional achievements".
Abu Dhabi outlines private accommodation plans for inmates
Abu Dhabi has put processes in place to offer private accommodation for some inmates at correctional and rehabilitation centres.
Emirates to carry out A380 inspections after European emergency directive
Emirates will carry out inspections of 15 A380 aircraft over the next 48 hours after European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) issued an emergency directive following discovery of cracks in wing structural components.
Etihad Rail announces launch date for passenger services
Etihad Rail has announced that introductory operational phase of passenger rail services between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah will begin on June 30, cutting the journey time to just 1 hour and 45 minutes.
