About the Prince Saud Al Faisal Center

The Prince Saud Al-Faisal Center for Wildlife Research was established in 1986 30 kilometers east of the city of Taif, at an altitude of 1,400 meters above sea level covering 35 square kilometers (13.5 square miles). The entire site is fenced off as a semi-desert natural PA dominated by acacia trees and wild herbs. The center is concerned with caring for and breeding endangered fungal organisms in order to resettle the species that have been released in PAs within the scope of their geographical distribution in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The center also implement research programs and field studies.

✦ Breeding of local and endangered species under captivity, including the following programs:

1- The Asian Houbara Breeding Program.

2- Arabian Oryx Breeding Program.

3- Red-necked Otrich Breeding Program.

4- Mountain Ibex Breeding Program.

5- The Antelope Edame Breeding Programme.

6- Wild Rabbit Scattering Program.

7- The Arabian Leopard, which was transferred to the Royal Commission for AlUla Governorate, in recognition to Council of Ministers Resolution No. 38 dated 1/5/1440 AH (January 7, 2019).

✦ Conducting applied scientific studies and research on animals in captivity and following up on the resettled animals to study them and sustain the groups after resettlement.

✦ Raising environmental awareness and community participation in the areas of wildlife.

✦ Providing healthy animals with high genetic value to support reintroduction and enhancement programs in wildlife PAs and national parks.

✦ Breeding and caring for animal health at the centre. Various types of fungal organisms receive great attention from the center’s veterinary team and the animal care team in order to provide for their livelihood and behavioral needs. In addition, the center provides necessary services to care for such animals and maintain their safety to ensure the success of their reproduction.