Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Falconers’ Club, the fifth auction held as part of the 23rd edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026 attracted remarkable turnout, culminating in the sale of a Qarmousha Pure Ultra White falcon for AED 1.5 million (USD 408,000). The sale marks the highest price achieved at any auction during this year’s edition of the exhibition.
This forms part of the largest auction programme in the exhibition’s history, held under the theme “A Legacy of Pride”, organised by ADNEC Group, a Modon company, in strategic partnership with the Emirates Falconers’ Club, at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. The exhibition runs until 6 September.
The falcon, owned by Mark Moglich Falcon Farm in the United States, stands out for its rare pure white colouring and exceptional physical characteristics. Weighing 1,000 grams and measuring 16.5 inches in both length and width, the Qarmousha Pure Ultra White attracted considerable attention from leading falconers and bidders.
Humaid Matar Al Dhaheri, Group CEO of ADNEC Group, said: “The exceptional calibre of the falcons participating in these auctions reflects the global standing they have achieved through the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition. We remain committed to providing a platform that brings together the finest falcons and bloodlines from around the world. These auctions also play an important role in preserving breed quality and sustainability while reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading international destination for falconry and its authentic traditions, supporting efforts to safeguard this treasured Emirati heritage for future generations.”
This year’s edition features 55 leading local and international falcon breeding and care farms, representing a 20% increase compared with last year. Among them are nine first-time participants, highlighting the growing stature of the auctions and their increasing appeal among breeders and falconers worldwide.
