Landmark survey reveals major threats to Myrrh trees

MUSCAT: The ‘Survey of Arabian Myrrh Timber within the Sultanate of Oman’ venture has reached a major milestone with the completion of its second section. Led by the Setting Authority and represented by the Setting Conservation Workplace in Salalah, Dhofar Governorate, the survey has make clear the urgent challenges going through the valuable myrrh bushes.

In keeping with the great outcomes of the second section, essentially the most important threats to myrrh bushes embody overgrazing (62 per cent), insect exercise (22 per cent), drought (10 per cent), and unsustainable harvesting strategies (6 per cent). These elements have contributed to a regarding decline, with the species experiencing a lower of over 70 per cent, and its present inhabitants decreased to lower than 250 bushes in nature.

The research additionally revealed that the confirmed unfold space of the myrrh tree species covers 92 sq. kilometres, with a possible pure unfold vary estimated at 3,048 sq. kilometres. To evaluate the present standing of the species, the second section relied on roughly 15 scientific indicators, making certain a strong and complete analysis.

Moreover, the survey diligently documented and picked up samples from a complete of 59 bushes representing the final gatherings of myrrh bushes within the Sultanate of Oman.

These precious information at the moment are a part of a neighborhood database, aiding additional conservation efforts.

The gravity of the state of affairs has prompted requires the reevaluation of the myrrh tree’s classification on the nationwide stage, drawing from the standards set by the Worldwide Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN.2001).

The Setting Authority, together with different regional and worldwide authorities, stresses the significance of defending this endangered species.

As a part of its dedication to conservation, the Setting Authority plans to proceed implementing the remaining phases of the survey all year long 2023.

Among the many proposed initiatives is the institution of a devoted backyard for Arabian myrrh bushes inside areas of their pure unfold within the Dhofar Governorate.

On a separate be aware, Oman’s Electrical energy and Water Manufacturing has proven encouraging progress by Could 2023, marking a constructive development for the nation’s important utilities.

With concerted efforts and proactive measures, it’s hoped that the cherished myrrh bushes of Oman will be safeguarded for generations to return.