Al-Maha Al-Arabi: From Wild Endangerment to Recovery in Saudi
Over the course of four decades, the Kingdom has succeeded in restoring the Arabian oryx, which was considered extinct in the wild since the 1970s. Its population has been expanded to approximately 3,064 individuals across 11 locations, with herd numbers continuing to grow. International conservation efforts began in the 1960s, and since then, the Kingdom has contributed to breeding and reintroduction programs, adopting a precise scientific approach that includes habitat assessment and selecting healthy, genetically viable animals. The Saudi experience is a leading model based on continuous monitoring and long-term management to ensure the sustainability of populations and to enhance the desert ecosystem. It is also part of Saudi Vision 2030 efforts to expand protected areas and safeguard biodiversity.
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