Saudi Arabia is putting the wild back where it belongs — in the wild

As part of an ongoing national rewilding program, more than 30 endangered animals were released into the King Khalid Royal Reserve in Riyadh.

This includes Arabian sand gazelles, five striking Arabian oryx, wild hares, steppe eagles, and even a majestic black kite.

The initiative, led by the National Center for Wildlife (NCW), was carried out in collaboration with the Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority.

Meanwhile, over in Qassim National Park, a special moment of hope arrived — the birth of a rare Arabian oryx

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Documented by the National Center for Vegetation Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC), this birth is more than just a cute baby photo-op.

It gives specialists the opportunity to study the behavior of this endangered native species and ensure its survival for generations to come.

Saudi Arabia’s dedication to wildlife protection is nothing new — it’s been leading conservation efforts since the 1970s, working with global organizations to protect the Arabian oryx from extinction

From captive breeding programs to reintroducing animals into natural reserves, the Kingdom is investing in a future where biodiversity thrives.

And the joy is contagious — with students joining in the release efforts and social media buzzing with admiration for the Kingdom’s compassionate environmental vision.