We are working with the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) to restore biodiversity across 12,500 km² of protected landscapes surrounding AlUla town. This ambitious program includes the reintroduction of five locally extinct species and, ultimately, the Arabian Leopard by 2030. Our role spans practical wildlife handling, veterinary training, post-release monitoring, collaring and telemetry, camera trap deployment, and advanced field survey techniques. We also designed pre-release enclosures and assessed reserve suitability for ungulate and leopard releases.
Beyond technical delivery, we are building capacity within RCU’s team through hands-on training and mentoring, ensuring future conservation leadership. Our work also includes market assessments for tracking technology, feasibility studies for aerial surveys, and development of global best-practice SOPs for capture, transport, and reintroduction. This project sets a benchmark for large-scale species recovery and sustainable conservation in the region.