In Riyadh on the night of November 2, two juvenile peregrine falcons sold for a combined SAR382,000 at the 15th night of the National Center for Falcons Auction 2026, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The event, which continues through November 30, drew bright attendance from falconry enthusiasts eager to acquire birds captured within Saudi borders. The first falcon, sourced from the Al‑Aqra area of Arar, started bidding at SAR60,000 and touched SAR216,000 before a buyer sealed the deal. The second, captured in Al‑Safaniyah, also began at SAR60,000 and ultimately sold for SAR166,000.
Falconer Mnawer Al‑Juhani and his brothers presented the first bird, while falconer Omar Nayef Al‑Azmi showcased the second. Both experts highlighted the significance of juvenile specimens in sustaining the species, noting that the auction restricts participation to juvenile migratory peregrine falcons—excluding adult peregrine and saker falcons—to promote long‑term conservation and preserve natural populations. The Saudi Press Agency reported that the auction’s focus on captured juveniles underpins national efforts to nurture the falcon trade responsibly.
Across the auction hall, spectators watched the bidding pages rise and watched as collectors secured the two prized birds. The Saudi Press Agency emphasized that such high figures demonstrate continued international and domestic interest in the exotic avian sport, which ages of tradition and ecological awareness informing modern falconry practices in the Kingdom. The figures underscore the value placed on these young birds, and reflect a broader commitment to sustainable falcon management practices highlighted at the tournament’s planning and executions across Saudi Arabia’s falcon centers.
