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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.

Geplaatst* door Bashar Jarayseh
Meest recente update 1 april 2026

Beschrijving

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 Maskerklauwier and Roodkopklauwier, Grauwe Vliegenvanger, and various warblers such as Zwartkop and Braamsluiper. Bruinkeelortolaan and Smyrnagors can also be encountered. Soaring birds are often seen overhead, mainly Ooievaar, Steppebuizerd, and Zwarte Wouw, 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 Bijeneter, Boomvalk, Arabische Buulbuul, Kleine Zwartkop, and Aziatische Steenpatrijs.

During winter, the reserve can be productive for finches, including Vink, Keep, Kneu, and Europese Kanarie, often feeding in open areas and woodland edges.

Details

Toegang

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.

Terrein en leefgebied

Verspreide bomen en struiken , Landbouw

Omstandigheden

Heuvelachtig , Droog , Bergachtig

Rondlopende wandeling mogelijk?

Ja

Telescoop meenemen?

Kan handig zijn

Wanneer hier vogels kijken?

Lente , Herfst , Winter

Toptijd voor dit gebied

Winter , Voorjaarstrek , Najaarstrek , Lente

Route

Onverharde weg , Smal pad , Breed pad

Zwaarte wandeling

Gemiddeld

Toegankelijk via

Te voet

Vogelkijkhut aanwezig?

Nee

Extra info

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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