Saudi Arabia, Smithsonian partner to protect endangered Arabian leopard
WASHINGTON— The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI) have dedicated a new habitat for the species in Washington, D.C. In a major step toward conserving the endangered Arabian leopard, the initiative expands Saudi-US cooperation in wildlife conservation, bringing together experts from RCU and NZCBI to advance scientific…
The Royal Commission for AlUla in Saudi Arabia and the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, D.C. have collaborated to create a new habitat for the critically endangered Arabian leopard. This partnership aims to bolster wildlife conservation efforts between Saudi Arabia and the United States, uniting experts from both institutions to advance scientific research, ecosystem restoration, and long-term survival strategies for the species.
With fewer than 120 Arabian leopards remaining in the wild, the initiative seeks to facilitate collaborative research and conservation initiatives between the two organizations. Following regulatory approvals, including assessments of animal welfare, genetic stability, and habitat readiness, a breeding pair of Arabian leopards from Saudi Arabia’s conservation program is anticipated to relocate to the Washington habitat by 2028.
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