RIYADH: The Saudi Wildlife Authority (SWA) has won a Gulf Cooperation Council award for the best wildlife sanctuary in the region.
The Mahazat Al-Sayd Wildlife Sanctuary, which is spread over 2,553 square km, was established to reintroduce Arabian Oryx into their natural habitat in 1988. This has been followed by the reintroduction of houbara bustards, gazelles and ostriches.
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman sent a message of congratulations to Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Mohammad, chairman of the SWA, according to the Saudi Press Agency on Friday.
Prince Bandar said that the letter would motivate the SWA’s workers because it recognizes that their work is of national significance. He said the country’s leadership has shown consistent commitment to protecting the Kingdom’s environment.
The Mahazat Al-Sayd Wildlife Sanctuary is one of 15 in the country. It is situated 170 km northeast of Taif in the Makkah region.
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