Shaheen falcon 'Umm Khansar' tops National Falcon Center auction at SAR 375,000

A young Shaheen falcon was sold this evening for 375,000 riyals (SAR) during the eighth night of the 2026 National Falcon Center auction, making it the highest-priced falcon so far this year at the event, which runs until November 30, 2026, in conjunction with the falcon migration season. The auction drew a large crowd of falconry enthusiasts.

The highlight of the night was the presentation of a young Shaheen falcon from the Umm Khansar area of Arar, with seven falcons participating in the offering. Bidding started at 110,000 riyals before the bird was sold for 375,000 riyals.

The auction is limited to locally sourced migratory young Shaheen falcons (al-Qarnas) and does not include adult Shaheen al-Qarnas or Saker falcons, in order to support their sustainability and preserve their bloodlines.

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

The National Falcon Center offers a range of comprehensive services and benefits to falconers throughout the season. Center teams across various regions receive the falcon owners and provide accommodation and transportation to the auction venue. Each falcon is then presented in a fast-paced, competitive auction broadcast on TV and the center's social media accounts.