Arabian Inferno

The bone dry deserts make the Arabian landscape almost inhospitable. But for three months of the year, rainfall turns a remote region into a lush paradise.

While mammals seem to rule over large parts of the planet, it is an entirely different story in Arabia. This is a land where the reptile is king.

The Arabian Desert is one of the most challenging places on Earth. While the animals may be resilient, they know that death is never too far away.

Wadis are small waterholes in the desert and are vital resources for the creatures that live there. However, danger lurks as predators join the party.

With billions of visitors every year, the Arabian Peninsula is the world's transit hub for flocks of birds migrating between Europe, Africa and Asia.