Kazakhstan: The 'Hadad' Program has released its final batch of falcons for 2026 at Kazakhstan's Altyn-Emel National Park, as part of Saudi Arabia's efforts to support ecological balance and ensure the sustainability of falcon populations in their natural habitats.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the release was carried out in line with an approved protocol in cooperation with the National Center for Wildlife. Spokesperson for the Saudi Falcons Club, Waleed Al-Tawil, stated that the 2026 international release operations in Kazakhstan have concluded successfully. He noted that all phases were implemented in accordance with an approved scientific protocol and a defined timeline to ensure high standards of efficiency and environmental safety.
Waleed Al-Tawil added that recent days marked a key stage in this year's release, with falcons beginning to disperse and gradually settle into their designated natural habitats within protected areas. The effort is part of ongoing reintroduction efforts aimed at supporting and sustaining wild populations.
Efforts have now moved into the monitoring phase, conducted in cooperation with the Institute of Zoology, the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Altyn-Emel's management. Data from tracking devices are being analyzed to monitor the birds' movement and behavior, helping assess the success of the release and measure its impact.