Abu Galum:
The managed Resource Protected Area at Abu Galum, covering an area of 400km2, protects varied coastal and mountain ecosystems unique on the Gulf of Aqaba. The area differs dramatically from the other Protectorates on the Gulf.

The coastal area contains undisturbed coral reefs with high diversities of coral reef fish and associated flora and fauna. Evidence of the richness of the area can be seen on the shoreline covered with shells of various mollusc groups. Careful inspection of gravel beaches will reveal an abundance of the snail Nerita sp., their shells coloured and patterned to blend perfectly with granitic or basaltic pebbles found on the beaches.

Fishermen from Nuweiba and Dahab practice subsistence fishing and also supply local restaurants with fish and shellfish products.