Greenery Emerges in Jordan's Wadi Rum Desert After Winter Rains, Posing Risk to Camels

Patches of green plants have emerged in Jordan's Wadi Rum desert following winter rains, transforming the landscape. However, some of these plants are toxic to camels, requiring herders to protect their animals.

25 Feb, 14:38 — 25 Feb, 14:38

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Greetings from Jordan's Wadi Rum desert, where patches of green emerge after winter rains

Wadi Rum's otherworldly landscape is where Star Wars movies and The Martian were filmed. In late winter, plants emerge in this desert — but some are toxic to camels, so their herders must protect them.

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Greenery Emerges in Jordan's Wadi Rum Desert After Winter Rains, Posing Risk to Camels

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Greetings from Jordan's Wadi Rum desert, where patches of green emerge after winter rains

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