The King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve has reached an exciting milestone by earning a coveted spot on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Green List

This prestigious recognition highlights the reserve’s dedication to environmental sustainability and conservation, marking a significant achievement for Saudi Arabia’s conservation efforts.

The celebration of this accomplishment took place during the International Saudi Falcons and Hunting Exhibition in Malham, north of Riyadh

This inclusion follows a thorough evaluation by IUCN experts, who assessed the reserve’s success in environmental restoration, wildlife protection, and community involvement.

The reserve has had many environmental sustainability achievements!

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One of the reserve’s major accomplishments has been the planting of 2.4 million native seedlings and sowing 4 tonnes of seeds, including species such as yarrow, artemisia, and haloxylon. These efforts are part of a broader mission to restore 250,000 hectares of degraded habitats across the reserve.

Additionally, the authority has successfully relocated 1,235 wildlife species, including the rare Arabian oryx, sand gazelles, Arabian gazelles, and the endangered Arabian leopard. This restoration of wildlife populations reflects the reserve’s commitment to biodiversity conservation.

The reserve is also known for managing protected areas

Beyond environmental achievements, the King Salman Royal Reserve Development Authority is known for managing its protected areas using sustainable strategies that balance conservation with community engagement. Their approach ensures that local communities are involved in preserving natural resources, contributing to long-term ecological and developmental goals.

This recognition places the reserve among a global group of protected areas that uphold the highest standards in conservation, further enhancing Saudi Arabia’s role in global environmental leadership.