Saudi Arabia’s wildlife authorities have carried out the release of several predatory birds in Al-Soudah Park as part of a broader environmental initiative aimed at restoring native species and strengthening ecological balance within mountainous ecosystems. The move reflects ongoing national efforts to protect biodiversity, rehabilitate natural habitats, and rebuild healthy food chains across protected areas.
The released birds were carefully rehabilitated at specialized facilities, where they underwent comprehensive health assessments and conditioning programs to ensure their readiness for life in the wild. Environmental teams also selected release sites and timing based on habitat suitability, food availability, and weather conditions, maximizing the chances of successful adaptation and long-term survival.
Experts emphasized that predatory birds play a vital role in maintaining ecosystem stability by regulating prey populations and supporting overall environmental health. Al-Soudah Park, with its rich biodiversity and unique highland terrain, provides an ideal setting for reintroducing these species and supporting their natural behaviors.
The initiative forms part of an integrated conservation approach that includes post-release monitoring using modern tracking technologies to study movement patterns and behavioral adaptation. In parallel, awareness programs aim to engage local communities and visitors, highlighting the importance of wildlife protection and the role these species play in sustaining natural ecosystems.
This effort underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing environmental conservation, safeguarding threatened species, and strengthening protected areas as key pillars of biodiversity preservation—supporting long-term sustainability goals across the Kingdom.
