Auction Highlights: Yas Falcons, a British breeder farm, sold four falcons for a total of SAR
249,000 at the 2024 International Falcon Breeders Auction, held at the Saudi Falcons Club's headquarters in Malham.
Sales Details: The auction featured significant sales, including Gyr Taab chicks for SAR 40,000 and SAR 53,000, a Gyrr Shaheen chick for SAR 76,000, and a Gyr Shaheen chick for SAR 80,000.
Event Significance: The auction, broadcast on TV and live-streamed, underscores the Saudi Falcons Club's role in advancing falconry and fostering cultural and environmental awareness while attracting global falconry enthusiasts and breeders.
Riyadh, August 22, 2024
On the 10th night of the 2024 International Falcon Breeders Auction, organized by the Saudi Falcons Club, Yas Falcons, a renowned British breeder farm, showcased four exceptional falcons. The auction, held at the club’s headquarters in Malham, north of Riyadh, is a highlight of the falconry calendar, attracting leading breeding farms from 19 countries. The event, which continues through Saturday, represents a major convergence of falconers, breeders, and enthusiasts from around the globe.
The night’s proceedings were marked by a series of impressive sales. The auction commenced with the sale of a Gyr Taab chick, which was sold for SAR 40,000. This was followed by another Gyr Taab chick, which achieved a higher price of SAR 53,000. The evening progressed with the auctioning of a Gyrr Shaheen chick, which fetched SAR 76,000. The final falcon of the night, a Gyr Shaheen chick, began with a starting bid of SAR 40,000 and concluded at a remarkable SAR 80,000.
The total value of the four falcons sold reached SAR 249,000, reflecting the high level of interest and the competitive nature of the auction. This auction not only provides a platform for elite and internationally recognized falcons but also serves as a cultural and economic event. It brings together falconry aficionados, producers, and enthusiasts from Saudi Arabia and around the world, highlighting the prestige of the Saudi Falcons Club and its commitment to advancing the field of falconry.
The event is broadcast on television and live-streamed on social media, ensuring wide visibility and engagement. The 2024 International Falcon Breeders Auction aligns with the Saudi Falcons Club’s vision of leading in the development and innovation of falconry. It supports the advancement of breeding, production, and care while also promoting cultural appreciation and environmental awareness. Through these efforts, the club continues to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of falconry and its significance in the region and beyond.
