'Exceptionally rare' falcon sells for record-setting Dh2.1 million at Abu Dhabi auction
An “exceptionally rare” falcon has soared into the history books after selling for a record-breaking Dh2.1 million at an Abu Dhabi auction. The pure ultra-white gyrfalcon was in high demand among keen bidders on the final day of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (Adihex) on Sunday. The prized bird of prey – which hails from the US – is coveted for its plumage and…
An exceptionally rare white gyrfalcon fetched a record-breaking Dh2.1 million at an Abu Dhabi auction, setting a new high for the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (Adihex). The pure white bird, imported from the United States, was the focal point of the final day of the exhibition, drawing keen bidders in its bid for the most coveted falcon.
Adihex, which concluded on Sunday after a record 10-day run, is the most significant instalment in the event's long history. The prized gyrfalcon, renowned for its rare white plumage, pure lineage, and striking appearance, marked the third falcon to surpass the Dh1 million mark during the series of auctions held at the popular heritage show.
Two other pure ultra-white gyrfalcons from the Mark Moglich farm in the United States sold for Dh1.5 million and Dh1.1 million, respectively. Ultimately, the 23rd Adihex showcased 2,400 companies and brands from 71 countries, alongside 55 leading local and international falcon-breeding farms, highlighting the UAE's passion for falconry and equestrianism.
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