2 Falcons Fetch Record Price at International Falcon Breeders Auction in Saudi Arabia

The highly anticipated International Falcon Breeders Auction 2024 kicked off on Friday at the Saudi Falcons Club headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh. (SPA)
The highly anticipated International Falcon Breeders Auction 2024 kicked off on Friday at the Saudi Falcons Club headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh. (SPA)
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2 Falcons Fetch Record Price at International Falcon Breeders Auction in Saudi Arabia

The highly anticipated International Falcon Breeders Auction 2024 kicked off on Friday at the Saudi Falcons Club headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh. (SPA)
The highly anticipated International Falcon Breeders Auction 2024 kicked off on Friday at the Saudi Falcons Club headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh. (SPA)

The highly anticipated International Falcon Breeders Auction 2024 kicked off on Friday at the Saudi Falcons Club headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh. The event, which runs until August 24, features leading production farms from 16 countries.

On the opening night, a large crowd of falcon enthusiasts gathered to witness the auction of two exceptional falcons.

A Falco cherrug, known locally as a Hur, from the Polish Fire Falcons Farm, commanded a bid of SAR65,000, followed by another falcon from the same farm that sold for SAR105,000, bringing the total for the evening to SAR170,000.

This global platform offers a unique opportunity for falconers, producers, and enthusiasts to acquire elite falcons from around the world. The auction is being broadcast live on television and social media platforms.

The event aligns with the Saudi Falcons Club's vision to lead in falconry development, innovation, breeding, and care. It also contributes to the cultural and economic landscape while raising awareness about environmental conservation.



Bidding Begins Friday at International Falcon Breeders Auction in Saudi Arabia

The event, running from August 5 to 24, features over 35 elite falcon production farms from 16 countries showcasing their prized birds for sale. (SPA)
The event, running from August 5 to 24, features over 35 elite falcon production farms from 16 countries showcasing their prized birds for sale. (SPA)
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Bidding Begins Friday at International Falcon Breeders Auction in Saudi Arabia

The event, running from August 5 to 24, features over 35 elite falcon production farms from 16 countries showcasing their prized birds for sale. (SPA)
The event, running from August 5 to 24, features over 35 elite falcon production farms from 16 countries showcasing their prized birds for sale. (SPA)

The first auction night of this year's International Falcon Breeders Auction event starts on Friday night at the Saudi Falcons Club headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh.

The event, running from August 5 to 24, features over 35 elite falcon production farms from 16 countries showcasing their prized birds for sale.

Twelve auction nights will be held throughout the event. Competitions are streamed live on TV channels and the club's social media platforms. The club will announce the falcons on offer before each auction night.

The event provides a valuable networking opportunity for falconers and breeders from around the world. It aligns with the Saudi Falcons Club's commitment to preserving falconry heritage and promoting the Kingdom as a global center for the sport.