Three falcons sold for 330,000 riyals at National Falcons Auction

Three falcons were sold for a total of 330,000 riyals (SAR) on the 21st night of the 2026 National Falcons Auction, organized by the National Center for Falcons and running until November 30. The event attracted a large audience of falconry enthusiasts.

The evening began with the first falcon, a young peregrine (shaheen) from Al-Shaalan, north of Umluj, brought by Khaled Hamed Al-Juhani. Bidding started at 60,000 riyals, and the bird sold for 155,000 riyals. The second falcon, also a young peregrine from Al-Bubahi (Turaif), was presented by Faiz Abdulhamid Al-Hazmi, Alaa Salama Al-Hazmi, and Hilal Al-Hazmi, and sold for 88,000 riyals. The night concluded with the third falcon, a young peregrine from Al-Dabdaba (Al-Jabu), which was brought in by five falconers and sold for 87,000 riyals.

The auction only accepts locally caught migratory young peregrine falcons (shaheen bahri) within the Kingdom. It does not include adult peregrines or saker falcons, in order to support their sustainability and preserve their breeds.

Locally sourced falcons will continue to be accepted for two months. The auction nights are broadcast on television channels and social media platforms, allowing falconers and enthusiasts to follow the event.

The National Center for Falcons provides a range of comprehensive services and benefits for falconers throughout the season. Center teams in various regions receive the falcon owners and cover accommodation and transportation to the auction venue. Each falcon is presented in a fast-paced, competitive auction broadcast live on TV and the Center's social media accounts.