Are there sharks in qatar

Here, in the waters of the Gulf, they gather in their hundreds. We are told this is due to the water being a few degrees cooler than in other nearby areas and to the large number of spawning fish.

Fish eggs are their delicacy. We are no longer as relaxed. I ask him if he has seen the film Open Water and instantly regret my joke. We laugh, slightly nervously, but return our focus to the whale sharks around us. What a privilege it is to swim with them. Them allowing us to observe them up close, in their world. They have no idea about the wealth of wildlife that there is here: the whale sharks, the dugongs, and so much more. Whale sharks are endangered — unsurprisingly, mostly by the actions of humans.

They need more protection. The more people know what beauty we have a privilege to host, the more they should want to care about protecting and conserving it. Sheikha Moza bint Nasser Ready for a movie night? Ajyal to screen 54 short films in its 9th edition next week Menatalla Ibrahim - November 4, 0.

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There are also a number of islands along the coast that lend themselves to exploration focused around migratory birds, taking in migration routes and nesting sites, and coral reefs. There are so many stories from our waters that are not often told. The following morning, guests will head out on Zodiac rigid inflatable boats to explore.

We chose to partner with Ponant for two reasons. Also, it provides exceptional five-star services and luxurious facilities on board. Every cabin has a private balcony, which means guests will be able to see the whale sharks from their own rooms, as well as from the main decks and the viewing platforms.

The last experience will be the underwater Blue Eye Lounge, which features a see-through glass hull. Ponant's Le Champlain expedition vessel. Each of the ship's 92 staterooms and suites has a private balcony.

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