New documentary showcases landscapes, wildlife of King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority has released a new documentary spotlighting the reserve’s rich history and diverse biodiversity.
Titled “A New Life,” the documentary delves into the evolution of the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve, one of seven in the country, which covers approximately 28,000 sq. km.
With detailed shots capturing the area’s landscapes and wildlife, the documentary “embodies the reserve’s evolution from past challenges to a new chapter of revitalization and growth since its establishment,” the Saudi Press Agency reported recently.
The reserve is located in Riyadh region, spanning Rawdat Al-Tanhat, Al-Khafs, Rawdat Noura, Al-Dahna, Al-Suman and surrounding areas.
Featuring leaders from the authority and wildlife experts, the documentary highlights efforts to restore ecosystems in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, and the Saudi Green Initiative.
The authority has already removed over 45 million kg of waste and reintroduced 330 threatened species, including the Arabian oryx, the gazelle and the houbara bustard.
The authority, which is a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature, is also engaged in large-scale tree-planting initiatives with private organizations and environmental associations.
A total of 1.3 million seedlings have already been planted across the reserve.
Details of the documentary can be found online.
