NEOM, Saudi Falcons Club Partner to Protect Falcons.

NEOM: In a landmark initiative, the Saudi Falcons Club’s Hadad Program has partnered with NEOM to enhance falcon habitats within NEOM’s expansive Nature Reserve. This strategic collaboration marks a significant effort toward preserving endangered falcon species and reviving their natural nests. The alliance was announced at the Hadad Annual Meeting 2024, hosted by NEOM, and aligns with NEOM’s dedication to conserving 95% of its land for nature, setting new benchmarks in environmental conservation and wildlife rehabilitation.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the partnership is reflective of Saudi Arabia’s broader objectives under Vision 2030, which aim at sustainable development and environmental protection. The first phase saw the successful organization of the Hadad Annual Meeting in NEOM, which gathered key stakeholders such as the National Center for Wildlife, the Special Forces for Environmental Security, the Royal Commission for AlUla, and the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve.

The initiative’s s
econd phase is set to focus on reviving four to six inactive mountain peregrine falcon nests within NEOM’s Nature Reserve, utilizing best-in-class environmental practices. This effort is intended to promote natural falcon reproduction and maintain ecological balance within the region.

In the third phase, the success of these nest revival efforts will be evaluated, with an announcement to follow regarding the number of falcons produced through this initiative.