Raising and training falcons in captivity can help conserve these beloved symbols of the Arabian Peninsula. A female saker falcon guards her chicks—called eyases—in their nest overlooking the ...

Falconry remains one of the most prominent symbols of Emirati heritage, deeply rooted in the national identity. While this ...

Whether building aeries for raptors or scrabbling up perilous rock ledges in Mongolia, biologist and bird behaviorist David Ellis has a mission: to aid the saker falcon. Long a favorite of Middle ...

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the world’s largest environmental network, proudly welcomes the ...

A majestic bird of prey, the Saker Falcon is often captured for trade and falconry. This has caused a sharp population drop. Kuwait’s conservation efforts include strict regulation of its ...

It’s no wonder they’ve been admired across cultures for centuries. Popular among falconers, especially in the Middle East, the saker falcon is both beautiful and built for speed. It can reach dive ...

In the rugged mountainous terrains of northern Kyrgyzstan, populations of roe deer, red deer and wild boar are increasing.