Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — The National Center for Wildlife (NCW), in collaboration with the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Natural Reserve Development Authority (ITBA), released 95 endangered animals into the reserve as part of its breeding and resettlement programs.

The release included 50 Arabian goitered gazelles, 30 Arabian oryx, 10 mountain gazelles, and five North African ostriches (red-necked ostriches). The initiative aims to reintroduce endangered native species, restore ecosystems, enrich biodiversity in natural habitats, enhance environmental balance, and promote environmental sustainability.

NCW Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mohammed Ali Qurban emphasized that the release is part of ongoing efforts to propagate and resettle endangered species across reserves and national parks. The initiatives align with the Saudi Green Initiative, the National Environment Strategy, and Vision 2030, reflecting the Kingdom's commitment to environmental conservation and biodiversity.

Dr. Qurban highlighted the center's dedication to global standards in propagating and resettling endangered species through specialized facilities recognized as leading global centers. The release underscores the importance of collaboration and integration with partners in the wildlife sector to achieve shared environmental goals