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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.

Aggiunto* da Bashar Jarayseh
Ultimo aggiornamento 1 aprile 2026

Descrizione

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 Averla mascherata and Averla capirossa, Pigliamosche, and various warblers such as Capinera and Bigiarella. Ortolano grigio and Zigolo cenerino can also be encountered. Soaring birds are often seen overhead, mainly Cicogna bianca, Steppe Buzzard, and Nibbio bruno, 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 Gruccione, Lodolaio, Bulbul dagli occhiali bianchi, Occhiocotto, and Coturnice orientale.

During winter, the reserve can be productive for finches, including Fringuello, Peppola, Fanello, and Verzellino, often feeding in open areas and woodland edges.

Dettagli

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 e habitat

Alberi e cespugli sparsi , Terreni coltivati

Caratteristiche dell’area

Collinoso , Asciutto , Montagnoso

Percorso ad anello

Si

È utile un cannocchiale?

Può essere utile

Buona stagione per il BW

Primavera , Autunno , Inverno

Miglior periodo per visitare

Inverno , Migrazione primaverile , Migrazione autunnale , Primavera

Percorso

Strada sterrata , Sentiero stretto , Sentiero ampio

Grado di difficoltà del percorso a piedi

Difficoltà media

Modalità di accesso

A piedi

Capanno/torretta di osservazione

No

Informazioni aggiuntive

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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