Saudi Arabia’s Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority, in collaboration with the National Center for Wildlife, has released a variety of animals into the King Khalid Royal Reserve. The release included ten Arabian oryx, 30 Arabian sand gazelles, six mountain gazelles, and ten Houbara bustards.
The authority CEO, Dr. Talal AlHarigi, said this initiative aims to reintroduce endangered animals into their natural habitats and restore environmental balance for ecological sustainability.
He added that the released animals have been fitted with tracking collars powered by solar energy. These collars enable specialists to monitor their movements, study their behavior and adaptation to the natural environment, and analyze environmental factors and threats using modern technologies.
AlHarigi emphasized that the authority's ongoing efforts are focused on restoring and sustaining the environment, increasing vegetation cover, and promoting environmental balance aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
National Center for Wildlife CEO Dr. Mohammed Qurban stated that the center is actively working to increase the population of endangered animals and ensure their localization in their natural habitats, adhering to the highest global standards and practices. The center collaborates with international and local experts as part of its continuous efforts to protect ecosystems, restore biodiversity, and foster environmental balance.
