National Falcon Center auction sales top 3.5 million riyals in October

The National Falcon Center auction recorded sales of 3,558,000 riyals (SAR) in October, marking the end of the first half of the local falconry season amid strong competition for falcons offered over 14 auction nights.

The falcon "Umm Khansar" led October's sales, with seven trappers involved in its capture and a final sale price of 375,000 riyals. The falcon "Al-Shabaan" from south of Umluj ranked second, selling for 360,000 riyals after being caught by three trappers, making it one of the auction's most notable deals.

The "Al-Hilwah" falcon from the Empty Quarter placed third among the highest-selling falcons, fetching 221,000 riyals, also with three trappers involved in its capture, reflecting the competitive nature of the sales and the strong demand for exceptional falcons.

These transactions highlight the dynamic activity at the auction, which provides trappers with opportunities to showcase their falcons to enthusiasts in an organized environment that encourages competitive bidding and supports the falconry sector.

The auction nights will continue until November 30, coinciding with the end of the falconry season. Only juvenile migratory Saker falcons caught within the Kingdom are accepted at the auction, excluding adult Saker falcons and Peregrine falcons, in support of their sustainability and preservation.

The National Falcon Center offers a range of services and facilities for trappers, including reception, accommodation, and transportation from the capture site to the auction venue in Malham, north of Riyadh. The center also assists with their needs and streamlines participation procedures from initial contact after capture to arrival at the auction and completion of the sale, easing the burden of travel, enhancing their experience, and supporting the continuity of falconry heritage.