Saudi Arabia released 313 gazelles and 20 years later both species thrived

A groundbreaking initiative saw the reintroduction of captive-bred sand and Arabian gazelles to Saudi Arabia’s Uruq Bani Ma’arid protected area. Over two decades, camera traps documented the flourishing populations of these species. Sand gazelles exhibited seasonal movement patterns in the expansive desert, while Arabian gazelles adjusted their daily activities amid the extreme heat, showcasing an impressive long-term adaptability to their environment.