In celebration of the first-ever UN recognised International Day of the Arabian Leopard

Indigenous to AlUla and Critically Endangered, the Arabian Leopard is among the rarest, with fewer than 200 adults living in the wild. A large part of imagining the future is protecting what is valuable and vulnerable in the present. By raising awareness, the International Day of the Arabian Leopard brings people together to work toward a more positive future for these majestic animals.

Central to this rewilding effort is the reintroduction of native flora and fauna, a process that has already begun with species like the Arabian oryx finding their way back to their natural habitat. However, the crown jewel of this conservation endeavour is the elusive Arabian leopard, one of the world's most enigmatic and endangered species. With only an estimated 200 individuals left in the wild, the Arabian leopard holds a critical place in the biodiversity of the region.

Animals like sand gazelles and Nubian ibex have been successfully reintroduced, reclaiming their ancestral lands. Plus, with the establishment of nature reserves and wildlife corridors, the stage is set for the potential return of the Arabian leopard to AlUla's mountains. The dedication to this cause is further reflected in collaborations with organisations like the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the establishment of the Arabian Leopard Fund.