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Umm al-Tut Nature Reserve

Jenin  >  Palestinian Territories

Umm al-Tut Nature Reserve is a Mediterranean woodland reserve southeast of Jenin, known for its oak habitats and rich diversity of migratory birds.

Añadido* por Bashar Jarayseh
Última actualización 1 abril 2026

Descripción

Umm al-Tut is a small but ecologically diverse reserve characterized by evergreen oak woodland, interspersed with open areas, shrubs, and agricultural edges. Its location within a transition zone between the Mediterranean and the semi-arid climate zones creates a rich landscape that supports a wide range of bird species.

The site is particularly interesting during spring and autumn migrations, when bird diversity is at its highest. Large numbers of passerines use the area as a stopover, including Alcaudón Núbico and Alcaudón Común, Papamoscas Gris, and various warblers such as Curruca Capirotada and Curruca Zarcerilla. Escribano Ceniciento and Escribano Cinéreo can also be encountered. Soaring birds are often seen overhead, mainly Cigüeña Blanca, Steppe Buzzard, and Milano Negro, along with occasional less common raptor species.

In summer, bird diversity is lower but still includes a number of resident and summer breeding species such as Abejaruco Europeo, Alcotán Europeo, Bulbul Árabe, Curruca Cabecinegra, and Perdiz chúcar.

During winter, the reserve can be productive for finches, including Pinzón Vulgar, Pinzón Real, Pardillo Común, and Serín Verdecillo, often feeding in open areas and woodland edges.

Detalles

Accesso

Umm al-Tut Nature Reserve is located southeast of Jenin, near the villages of Umm al-Tut, Jalqamus, and Deir Abu Da’if. The reserve can be accessed by car via local roads that pass through agricultural areas and nearby landmarks such as the Haddad Resort and the Arab American University. Informal parking is available along nearby roads and agricultural tracks. Press a P on the map for directions. There is no direct public transport to the reserve.

The area is best explored on foot. A network of informal trails and dirt paths crosses the hills and woodland, allowing access to different habitats. Walking is generally easy to moderate. Allow 2–3 hours for a typical visit.

Terreno y habitat

Árboles y arbustos dispersos , Agricultura

Condiciones

Montañoso , Seco , Montañoso

Camino circular

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Puede ser útil

Buena época para el avistamiento de aves

Primavera , Otoño , Invierno

Mejor momento para visitar

Invierno , Migración de primavera , Migración de otoño , Primavera

Ruta

Camino sin asfaltar , Camino estrecho , Camino ancho

Camino difícil de andar

Caminata media

Accesible vía

A pie

Escondite de observación / plataforma

No

Información extra

Umm al-Tut Nature Reserve is most attractive in early spring, when vegetation is at its peak and bird migration is underway. Summer is quieter, while winter can be productive for finches.

Umm al-Tut is also used for grazing and local recreation, and is under pressure from grazing, wood collection, and land-use change. Visitors should remain on paths and avoid disturbing wildlife or agricultural land.

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