Two Shaheen Falcons Fetch SAR 177,000 at Saudi Arabia’s National Falcons Auction

Two Shaheen Falcons Fetch SAR 177,000 at Saudi Arabia’s National Falcons Auction | 📷SPA

RIYADH, November 9, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Two young Shaheen peregrine falcons sold for a combined SAR 177,000 ($47,200) during the 20th night of Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Falcons Auction 2026, which continues through November 30, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

The first falcon, caught with the participation of 11 falconers, was sold for SAR 85,000.

The second young Shaheen attracted higher bids, with its price rising from an opening offer of SAR 50,000 to a final sale of SAR 92,000, an increase of 84%.

The two transactions brought the evening’s total sales to SAR 177,000 as the annual auction continued to bring together falconers and buyers.

Organized by the National Center for Falcons, the auction provides a trading platform for young migratory peregrine falcons caught in Saudi Arabia.

The center provides logistical support to participating falconers, including transportation and accommodation arrangements, while auction sessions are broadcast on television and social media.

The event is scheduled to continue until November 30, with further sales expected throughout the remaining auction period.

Sources: Saudi Press Agency (SPA);