Yalla National Park, Asir Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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This brochure provides an overview of Yalla National Park, presenting key biophysical characteristics essential for understanding its ecological conditions. It includes thematic maps and concise descriptions covering topography, vegetation distribution, soil moisture patterns, climatic diagrams, land surface temperature, and floodplain zoning. The visual and spatial information supports environmental planning and ecological assessment within the park.
The document aims to offer practitioners, planners, and decision-makers a consolidated reference on the landscape and vegetation attributes of Yalla National Park. It integrates data produced by the FAO Saudi Arabia Geospatial Unit using satellite observations and national datasets, supporting ecosystem restoration efforts and the management of protected areas in Asir Province.
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The brochure is a technical, map-based reference presenting environmental and ecological attributes of Yalla National Park. It contains spatial analyses of topography, plant community distribution, vegetation descriptions, soil moisture, climate conditions, land surface temperature, and floodplain delineation. All maps conform to UN mapping standards and rely on Google Earth Engine datasets, Landsat, Sentinel-2, and national geospatial inputs.
Designed as an illustrative field and planning resource, the document supports conservation and restoration interventions by providing accurate biophysical information. It also reinforces the collaboration between FAO and NCVC in developing geospatial products for protected area management in Saudi Arabia.