They talk about their lives on the island of Socotra, in a language whose origins are lost in time—unchanged for centuries and understood today by fewer people than live in Ames, Iowa.

Recognized by UNESCO for its incredible biodiversity, this place is home to species that exist only on these islands.

The place remains a fascinating destination for those looking to experience one of the world’s most extraordinary natural ...

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The Yemeni island of Socotra has been devastated by Cyclone Mekunu. At least 40 people, including Yemenis, Indians and Sudanese, were reported missing on the island, where flash floods washed away ...

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2008 32COM 8B.5 - Examination of nomination of natural, mixed and cultural properties to the World Heritage List - Socotra Archipelago (YEMEN) 2022 State of conservation report by the State Party / ...

Socotra Archipelago, in the northwest Indian Ocean near the Gulf of Aden, is 250 km long and comprises four islands and two rocky islets which appear as a prolongation of the Horn of Africa. The site ...

Today, around 60,000 people live on Socotra, mainly from the indigenous Al-Mahra tribe, along with communities from East Africa and mainland Yemen. The locals depend heavily on nature for their ...