Latest news with #ImamTurkibin
CairoScene
11-04-2025
- Science
- CairoScene
25 Endangered Animals Released into Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve
This initiative forms part of a broader national program to breed and reintroduce endangered species into their natural habitats. In an effort to advance environmental sustainability and biodiversity restoration, the National Center for Wildlife has released 25 endangered animals into the King Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve. This release includes five Arabian oryx, 15 Arabian sand gazelles, two steppe eagles, and three Egyptian vultures. This initiative, launched in collaboration with the reserve's development authority, forms part of a broader national program to breed and reintroduce endangered species into their natural habitats—reestablishing native populations, restoring ecological balance, and enhancing biodiversity across the Kingdom's protected areas. Implemented through globally recognized centers specializing in wildlife breeding and ecological rehabilitation, the program follows best-in-class scientific practices to ensure successful adaptation and survival. Beyond conservation, the project also supports tourism, local employment, and the overall quality of life in surrounding communities.
Arab News
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Winter festival in Northern Borders Region
RAFHA: The 4th edition of the Winter at Darb Zubaida Festival, which began on February 18, is in full swing in the historic city of Laynah in the Northern Borders Region. Organized by the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Nature Reserve Development Authority and running for ten days, the festival features diverse cultural, artistic, and entertainment events that showcase the region's rich heritage and distinct identity. The festival includes a baloot tournament and a PlayStation competition with cash prizes, according to the Saudi Press Agency. It also features circus shows and musical performances, making it a fun and educational destination for everyone. Visitors are invited to participate in various interactive activities suitable for all ages, including visits to the authority's pavilion, a gift shop, a honey station, and a shooting range, as well as opportunities to color reserve animals, explore a children's tent, and engage in agricultural education. Laynah village, located 105 km south of Rafha city, is one of the most important historical sites in the Kingdom due to its ancient water wells. The wells, which are thousands of years old, are the subject of legends and stories explaining their origin, drawing tourists and visitors from across Saudi Arabia.
