The Reticulate Whipray occurs throughout UAE coastal waters. This species is not targeted or valued in markets of the UAE, trawling has been banned there since 1980 and recently conducted surveys indicate it remains common in the area; however, Himantura species are discarded from catches in the UAE and it is unknown how this impacts the species. A large part of the species distribution in the Arabian Sea region (namely, India and Pakistan) is under extremely intense and increasing demersal fishing pressure. In contrast, Himantura species are regularly discarded in the Arabian Gulf and Sea of Oman, and they remain common there. Though data specifically from the UAE are not available, individuals in the UAE are a component of a larger, interconnected and migratory population that occurs broadly in the north-western Indian Ocean. Given the intense fishing pressures faced by this species in other parts of the broader Arabian Seas region, and ongoing threats from discard and habitat loss in the UAE, it is inferred that declines reported in the Arabian Seas are representative of the status in the UAE. Based on recorded levels of exploitation and decline in habitat quality, it is suspected to have declined by at least 30% over the past three generation lengths, or about 60 years. It is listed as Vulnerable A2cd.

Triraphis pumilio occurs in relatively scattered areas within the northeast of the UAE. The estimated EOO of this species is 18,289 km² and it is considered to occur at less than ten locations based on the ongoing threat of development within its range. In addition to development, heavy grazing negatively affects this species (particularly in localities such as the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve) and infers that there is an ongoing decline in the extent and quality of its available habitat. Some subpopulations are known to have been locally extirpated, including certain localities within Abu Dhabi. As a result, it is assessed as Vulnerable (VU B1ab(iii,iv,v)). No regional adjustment is made as the extent of any rescue effect is not known.

This species is restricted to a specific length of coastline, and its surrounding desert area, within the UAE. Its estimated Extent of Occurrence (EOO) is around 18,168 km², which falls within the threshold for Vulnerable under criterion B1. It is thought to occur at between 6-10 threat-based locations. Within its range, development along the coast is inferred to be reducing the population of this species due to conversion and loss of habitat. Therefore, it is assessed as Vulnerable (VU B1ab(iii,iv,v)) as a result of ongoing habitat decline and restricted distribution.

This species occurs along the coastline and on offshore islands of the UAE. The estimated EOO for this species is 14,809 km² and it is considered to occur at between 5-10 threat-based locations. However, the coastal subpopulations are threatened due to ongoing development which is causing a general decline in these localities. For example, the Taweela subpopulation has been lost and the species is considered to be declining around Dubai due to development. Overall, the population is projected to decline by 30% due to development. Therefore, this species is considered to be Vulnerable (VU A3c; B1ab(i,ii,iii,iv,v)c(iii)).

This species is known from a single location in Hatta, UAE. As the species occurs at a single locality between two roads, any expansion of these roads could threaten the overall existence of Indigofera cordifolia within the UAE, potentially driving it to Critically Endangered, or possibly, Regionally Extinct, within a short amount of time. It is therefore assessed as Vulnerable (VU D2).

Within the UAE, this species is restricted to coastal areas of the Arabian Gulf, from Abu Dhabi to Ra's al Khaimah, and recorded from at least one offshore island (Zirku Island). Western (1983a) recorded the species from Saadiyat Island and from Abu Dhabi Island, where it persisted even after levelling and back-filling with material in early 1982. The estimated extent of occurrence (EOO) is 14,328 km² and this species is considered to occur at between 5-10 locations, based on the threat of ongoing development. In addition, this development is causing a continuing decline in the extent and quality of the available habitat, especially as a result of it habitat specificity. Therefore, this species is assessed as Vulnerable (B1ab(ii,iii,v)). No regional adjustment is made as the extent of any rescue effect is not known.

In the UAE, this species is restricted to the southern Hajar Mountains and to Jebel Hafeet. The extent of occurrence (EOO) is restricted, and the area of occupancy (AOO) is also likely to be highly restricted given the scattered distribution. The species occurs in more than ten locations, including protected areas, however the population size is inferred to be low, likely to be less than 1,000 mature individuals. As a result, the species qualifies as Vulnerable (D1). Whilst the species occurs in Oman, the potential for any rescue effect is not known, and no regional adjustment is applied.

In the United Arab Emirates, this subspecies is found in the south and west of the Abu Dhabi Emirate. The extent of occurrence (EOO) is moderately large, approaching 45,375 km², however, the area of occupancy (AOO) is restricted, at just 324 km². Its primary habitat, sandy or gravel plains, is impacted by a range of threats such as urban development, oil and gas exploitation, etc, which may result in local extirpations. As a result, the subspecies is assessed as Vulnerable (VU A2abcd+4abcd) based on observed and inferred (declines in AOO and habitat quality, and levels of exploitation) population decline in the past and ongoing that exceeds 30%. The population is suspected to have undergone a decline of at least 30% in the previous three generations (30 years) as a result of habitat loss, and a future decline of at least 10% is suspected as a result of ongoing habitat loss. The subspecies faces a wide range of threats in addition to urban development, including loss of vegetation cover, and persecution. The subspecies is unlikely to be declining fast enough for this subspecies to qualify for listing in a more threatened category and viable populations are present in several Protected Areas. This taxon is not a non-breeding visitor, and it is presumed that any immigration from populations outside the UAE is not significant, and therefore there is no adjustment to the Category according to the IUCN regional and national Guidelines (IUCN 2012).Conservation actions are required for this subspecies. Education is required to ensure that the existing Federal Law of the United Arab Emirates that prohibits the hunting, collection, and disturbance of the species is implemented, and habitat protected. Further research is required, including habitat and population monitoring.

Uromastyx aegyptia ssp. leptieni relatively widespread in the United Arab Emirates, however, the area of occupancy (AOO) is moderately restricted, at 564 km². The taxon is listed as Vulnerable (VU A2abcd+4abcd) due to continued urban development in its range which has resulted in a decline in suitable habitat (and AOO), and in view that the subspecies is regionally endemic. The population is suspected to have undergone a decline of at least 30% in the previous three generations (30 years) as a result of habitat loss, and a future decline of at least 10% is suspected as a result of ongoing habitat loss. The subspecies faces a wide range of threats in addition to urban development, including loss of vegetation cover, and persecution.The subspecies is unlikely to be declining fast enough and viable populations are present in several protected areas, thus the subspecies does not qualify for listing in a more threatened category.

Within the United Arab Emirates, the species is currently only known from the Wadi Al Helo area. The species is listed as Vulnerable (VU D2) due to its small area of occupancy (AOO) and extent of occurrence (EOO) of 4 km². This taxon is not a non-breeding visitor, and it is presumed that any immigration from populations outside the UAE is not significant, and therefore there is no adjustment to the Category according to the IUCN regional and national Guidelines (IUCN 2012). Despite occurring at low densities, the population appears stable at present. There are potential threats from infrastructure development, that could significantly impact the population size of the species.The species is new to science with the possibility that more populations may be discovered in similar habitat in the future. The species should be reassessed if new data become available.