The Arabian leopard: It was named leopard because it lives along the Arabian Peninsula, in addition to arid areas, and it is one of the members of the feline family. Leopards have been classified on the red list of critically endangered species.
The Arabian oryx: It is a species of antelope belonging to the bovidae family, and it has gained great fame and cultural importance in the Arab world due to its distinctive characteristics. The oryx is one of the desert animals most capable of withstanding high temperatures, as it adapts to varied climatic conditions. Currently, the Arabian oryx lives in zoos, parks, palaces, and nature reserves in the Gulf countries. The late Sheikh Zayed - may God have mercy on his soul - ordered the creation of an Arabian oryx breeding program in Al Ain and an Arabian oryx breeding program on Sir Bani Yas Island to protect it from the danger of extinction and to increase its numbers. The program has achieved remarkable successes.What is the author's purpose in mentioning endangered animals in the text?