Launch of the program for the propagation and relocation of endangered species
The National Center for Wildlife began its launching season for the current 2023-2024 season by releasing 85 endangered species in collaboration with the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Reserve.
The species include 20 Arabian oryx, 40 Arabian gazelles, 6 Nubian ibexes, 6 mountain gazelles, as well as rehabilitated birds, including 4 Houbara Bustards, 4 Black Eagles, an Osprey, and 4 Pharaonic Desert Owls.
This launch is part of ongoing collaborative programs between the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Reserve and the National Center for Wildlife aimed at rehabilitating environmental systems, enriching biodiversity, and achieving national targets.
The CEO of the National Center for Wildlife, Dr. Mohammed Ali Qurban, emphasized that the release program aims to reintroduce locally endangered species to their natural habitats. This initiative is part of the “Green Saudi Arabia” initiative and aligns with the national strategy for environmental conservation, promoting sustainable development, and preserving fungal wealth and biodiversity.
Dr. Qurban added that the center is a leading global entity in the propagation and relocation of endangered species in accordance with the highest international standards. The center conducts research on the living conditions of these species, monitors biodiversity in protected areas, and uses modern technologies to track fungal populations and collect data to understand the potentials and risks facing wildlife.