Record Sales: The International Falcon Breeders Auction ended with a total of SAR241,000 for two falcons, including a highlight sale of SAR210,000 for a falcon from the Saudi Al-Aradi farm.
Global Participation: The event, held by the Saudi Falcons Club, attracted top breeders from 19 countries, with the highest bid going to a falcon from the US Pacific Northwest Falcons farm at SAR400,000.
Global Reach: The auction was broadcast live on television and social media, connecting falconry enthusiasts worldwide and promoting the sport, conservation, and economic growth.
Riyadh, August 26, 2024
The International Falcon Breeders Auction for this year came to a dramatic close, with the final transactions showcasing the event's prestige and global appeal. Hosted by the Saudi Falcons Club at Malham, situated north of Riyadh, the auction concluded with an impressive total of SAR241,000 for two exceptional falcons.
The excitement of the final evening saw notable sales, including a striking falcon from the Canadian Jim Wilson farm, which commanded a price of SAR31,000. However, the centerpiece of the night was undoubtedly the falcon from the Saudi Al-Aradi farm, which soared to a remarkable SAR210,000, highlighting the intense interest and competition among bidders.
Throughout the auction, falconry aficionados and breeders from 19 countries competed fervently for a collection of elite birds. The auction's standout moment came when a falcon from the US Pacific Northwest Falcons farm achieved the highest bid of the event at SAR400,000, underscoring the high caliber and value of the birds on offer.
This prestigious auction serves as a unique and vital platform for connecting falconry enthusiasts, breeders, and buyers from around the world. It is broadcast live on television and social media, thereby reaching a global audience and fostering widespread engagement. The Saudi Falcons Club continues to champion the cause of falconry through such events, which promote not only the sport but also conservation efforts and economic development within the realm of falconry.
