National Center for Wildlife Expands from Seven to 21 Breeding Programs

The National Center for Wildlife (NCW) is implementing an integrated framework of 21 programs dedicated to breeding endangered wildlife species and reintroducing them into their natural habitats, as part of its efforts to advance wildlife conservation and support ecosystem stability across the Kingdom.
 The center began its breeding initiatives with seven programs in 2021. This framework has expanded gradually, reaching 21 programs by 2025 and covering a broader range of wildlife species.
 These programs represent one of the center’s key scientific pathways for restoring ecological balance and strengthening biodiversity stability.
 The NCW explained that the breeding programs are based on multiple stages, including the collection and enrichment of pure genetic stock, documentation of local lineages, genetic management of breeding groups, vaccination and biosecurity programs, breeding within specialized facilities, and pre-release conditioning. This is followed by reintroduction into suitable habitats within the species’ historical range in the Kingdom, and subsequent monitoring through tracking programs to ensure the species’ ability to integrate into natural environments and form self-sustaining populations that restore ecological balance and ecosystem vitality.
 The NCW affirmed that the breeding framework is a central pillar in conserving wildlife species in the Kingdom, given its role in supporting endangered species and strengthening their presence in natural habitats. It noted that work is ongoing to further develop and expand these programs through scientific and field-based empowerment to enhance ecosystem sustainability and improve biodiversity quality.