75 Wildlife Species Released into King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve

The National Center for Wildlife (NCW), in cooperation with the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority, released 75 wildlife species into the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve.
 With this release, the total number of wildlife species released by the NCW to date has exceeded 10,000 as part of its specialized programs.
 The release included 50 Arabian sand gazelles and 25 Arabian oryxes, within the framework of breeding and reintroduction programs for endangered wildlife species into their natural habitats, supporting ecosystem sustainability and enhancing biodiversity.
 Chief Executive Officer Dr. Mohammed Ali Qurban explained that field releases represent a core component of the center’s work, contributing to strengthening the presence of wildlife in natural habitats and supporting ecosystem stability, based on a scientific methodology that relies on prior planning and assessment.
 He added that the center continues to enhance integration with relevant entities and support national partnerships in biodiversity conservation, contributing to unified efforts, improved planning and implementation efficiency, and long-term sustainable environmental impact.