Archive · 18 Aug 2025
Rare Falcon Sold at Abu Dhabi Auction for Rs 83 Lakhs
A very special falcon, like a super fancy bird, was sold for a lot of money in Abu Dhabi!
It's called a Garmousha falcon, and it's known for having really great babies.
The bird was sold at an auction before a big event called ADIHEX, which is all about hunting and horses.
People from all over came to buy the rarest falcons.
This particular falcon, nicknamed "the bride of the night," was bought by someone from Qatar after a long bidding war.
The auctions help pick out the best falcons that will be at the event.
Falconry is an important tradition in the Middle East.
A rare Pure Garmousha falcon sold for Rs 83 lakhs at an Abu Dhabi auction.
The falcon was nicknamed “the bride of the night” and was purchased by a buyer from Qatar.
The auction was part of the first live falcon auction ahead of ADIHEX 2025.
The Garmousha breed is known for producing top falcons and winning competitions.
The auctions are followed by the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition.
- Who
- The falcon was purchased by Hassan Al Qubaisi from Qatar.
- What
- A Pure Garmousha falcon was sold at auction.
- When
- August 17, 2025 for the first auction, with more planned for August 23 & 24
- Where
- Abu Dhabi, UAE at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.
- Why
- To participate in falconry, a cultural practice and sport.
- Falcon Name
- Pure Garmousha
- Sale Price
- Rs 83 lakhs (AED 350,000)
- Buyer
- Hassan Al Qubaisi
- Location
- Abu Dhabi
- Auction Event
- ADIHEX 2025