France raises bird flu risk after cases increase in neighbouring countries
Moderate risk level takes effect with additional prevention measures and rules affecting waterfowl hunting
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296 bird species recorded in King Salman Royal Reserve
The reserve provides habitats for resident and migratory birds.
Nathalie Denolf: An eagle’s trust is earned, not imposed
From a childhood fascination with birds of prey to almost seventeen years of work across several European countries, Nathalie Denolf speaks to SAYD about trust, the intelligence that continues to amaze her, and the line between care and exploitation. She shares experiences with her eagle Oropherion and advocates responsible falconry that puts birds’ welfare first, alongside conservation that reaches across borders.
Oman regulates reserve visits and camping
Six decisions regulate visitor entry, camping and overnight stays to protect wildlife
Egypt–UAE cooperation to protect houbara and strengthen Omayed Reserve
A planned scientific study will support management and habitat conservation in Matrouh, building on cooperation that included African houbara reintroduction in 2022.
Abu Dhabi launches a wildlife rescue network
The release of 76 turtles at Saadiyat Beach accompanies the network’s launch.
Dubai Safari Park opens its eighth season with wildlife tours and bird shows
A first-ever opening week runs until 18 October, with a children’s camp across a park whose six zones are home to more than 3,000 animals.
Wings reclaim the sky… Tamara El Zein visits Zgharta’s bird rescue centre
Environment Minister Dr Tamara El Zein visited the Lebanese Association for Migratory Birds’ centre in Jerjour, in the district of Zgharta, to learn about efforts to rescue, care for and rehabilitate injured birds for their return to the wild. The visit included the release of treated and rehabilitated birds in Horsh Ehden Nature Reserve to mark World Migratory Bird Day.
Touqi Season highlights wildlife and birds at King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve
As the 2026–2027 Touqi tourism season begins, attention returns to a Saudi reserve that documented nine bird species there for the first time earlier this year.
Qatar aims to protect 30% of its land and marine areas by 2030
Terrestrial reserves cover about a quarter of the country, with conservation programmes for Arabian oryx, sand gazelles and ostriches.
