Socotra Island, part of the Socotra Archipelago in Yemen, is renowned for its unique biodiversity and high levels of endemism. The island is home to a variety of species that are not found ...

In the distance lies Qulansiyah, one of the island’s largest towns. MARK W. MOFFETT When stability returns to Yemen and roads, resorts, and eager travelers spread across Socotra, will its ...

It is one of the most isolated landforms of continental origin, having split from the supercontinent of Gondwana millions of ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Socotra Island, 200 miles from the coast of Yemen, is one of the weirdest places on Earth. In fact, a third of its plant life isn't found anywhere else on the planet.

Caption CABI scientist Dr Arne Witt has led an international team of researchers who have confirmed for the first time the presence of the date pest red palm weevil on Socotra Island, Yemen ...