Two falcons fetch SAR 388,000 at National Falcons Auction

Two young shaheen falcons were sold for a combined SAR 388,000 on the 17th night of the 2026 National Falcons Auction, which is organized by the National Center for Falcons and runs until November 30. The event drew a large crowd of falconry enthusiasts.

Bidding for the first falcon, a young shaheen from the Al-Batha area, started at SAR 40,000 with four falcon catchers presenting it. It was ultimately sold for SAR 88,000. The evening concluded with the sale of the second falcon, a young shaheen from Sharurah, which was presented by 18 falcon catchers. Bidding began at SAR 80,000, and the bird was sold for SAR 300,000.

The auction is limited to young migratory shaheen falcons caught within the Kingdom, excluding shaheen qarnas and saker falcons, in order to support their sustainability and preserve their breeds.

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

The National Center for Falcons offers a range of benefits and integrated services for falcon catchers throughout the season. Center teams across various regions receive the falcon owners and provide accommodation and transportation to the auction venue, where the falcons are presented in a fast-paced, competitive auction broadcast on TV and the center's social media accounts.