Uncle fulfils niece's wish as rare falcon fetches Rs 3.85 crore at Abu Dhabi auction
A rare falcon sold for AED 2.1 million, equivalent to USD 571,000, setting a world record for the highest price ever achieved at a falcon auction in Abu Dhabi. An uncle purchased the bird at the auction to fulfill his niece's wish. The transaction occurred during the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, which drew thousands of participants and hundreds of global firms. Falconry auctions remain a major commercial highlight of the annual exhibition, drawing international buyers and high-profile attendees to the capital.
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- ✓ A rare falcon sold for AED 2.1 million, equivalent to USD 571,000, setting a world auction record in Abu Dhabi.
- ✓ An uncle purchased the bird at the auction to fulfill his niece's wish.
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An elite falcon sold for a record-breaking AED 2.1 million at the Abu Dhabi exhibition auction.
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Rare Falcon Fetches World Record at Abu Dhabi Auction
A rare falcon sold for AED 2.1 million, equivalent to USD 571,000, setting a world record for the highest price ever achieved at a falcon auction in Abu Dhabi. An uncle purchased the bird at the auction to fulfill his niece's wish. The transaction occurred during the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, which drew thousands of participants and hundreds of global firms. Falconry auctions remain a major commercial highlight of the annual exhibition, drawing international buyers and high-profile attendees to the capital.
Why it matters
The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition serves as a major platform for heritage sports, shooting activities, and traditional trade in the region. High-value falconry transactions reflect the deep cultural significance and substantial economic investments surrounding birds of prey in the Gulf. This year's exhibition attracted record participation from thousands of companies spanning dozens of nations.
What is confirmed
- A rare falcon sold for AED 2.1 million, equivalent to USD 571,000, setting a world auction record in Abu Dhabi.
- An uncle purchased the bird at the auction to fulfill his niece's wish.
What to watch next
- Further details on the buyer and the specific breed of the record-breaking falcon
- Additional sales figures from ongoing auctions at the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition
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- ARN News Centre — Falcon sets world auction record at AED2.1 million in Abu Dhabi
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