The Precarious Shore – Navigating Coastal Ecosystem Degradation in Qatar.

Qatar, often recognized worldwide for its vast deserts and immense reserves of oil and natural gas, holds another natural treasure that is less acknowledged but equally essential—its coastline. Stretching for more than 560 kilometers along the Arabian Gulf, this marine boundary forms a rich ecological tapestry that has shaped human livelihood, culture, and survival for centuries. These shores are not merely stretches of sand and sea; they are living systems that nurture biodiversity in one of the planet’s most demanding climates.