- Isolated, crescent-shaped dunes.
- Found in areas with relatively strong winds and limited sand supply.
- They have steep slip faces on their leeward sides and gentle slopes on their stoss sides.
2. Transverse Dunes
- Larger and more linear dunes.
- Found in areas with strong winds and a plentiful supply of sand.
- Align with prevailing winds.
3. Parabolic Dunes
- U-shaped dunes with arms that point downwind.
- Form when vegetation partially stabilizes the dunes, allowing sand to accumulate in the central part of the dune.
4. Star Dunes
- Complex dunes with multiple peaks.
- Found in areas with strong winds and a plentiful supply of sand.