Bio-diversity

The project aims at reviving the natural rangeland in Al Mujib reserve, in the Hammamt Quseib area, improving at the same time the livelihood of the local community. Hammamat Quseib area is located in Wadi Al Heedan which stretches west to meet the Dead Sea after meeting Wadi Al Mujib; the flowing waters gather to form a creek within Wadi Al Heedan passing through Al Mujib, before finally settling in the Dead Sea. The main water spring is fed by a group of springs close to Hammamat Quseib which includes a mountain cut forming a natural seek , resembling the one in Petra. This one, however, is characterized by water springing out of its sides, gathering to form a small water fall surrounded by colored rocks, with palm trees and oasis bushes scattering around, forming ample indications of the area s geological and historical significance. Due to draughty seasons, rainfall fluctuations, impoverished plant cover, restricted grazing and high cost of fodder, local community who depend mainly on livestock raising have been facing a lot of hardships. To address the situation, the Cooperative intends to work with the Mujib Reserve management to revive plant cover in the area, organize grazing in a sustainable manner, promote awareness of the importance of natural rangeland and nature reserves and support individual income-generating activities at the local community level.

Jordan