New additions to the reserve's global bird sites include At-Turaif area, Harrat crater, Hail area, and Tabarjal, situated on major migration paths.

With diverse terrain, the reserve provides habitat for 290 bird species, 88% of which are migratory, making it crucial for avian conservation efforts, as it hosts 58% of all birds recorded in the Kingdom.

The Al-Khunfah Natural Reserve in Saudi Arabia, established in 1987, covers over 20,000 sq km on the Nafud desert's edge.

The reserve, known for its sedimentary formations and sandstone, hosts a diverse terrain including rocky environments, mountain slopes, and dunes.

It is home to both resident and migratory wildlife, with 58% of all birds recorded in the Kingdom seeking refuge there.

However, 25 of these species are listed as threatened on the Red List.

Notable additions to the reserve include the At-Turaiif area, Harrat Crater, Hail area, and Tabarjal.

The reserve's importance for avian conservation efforts is highlighted by the large number of bird species it supports.

Al-Khunfah is a biodiverse area with a rich variety of fungal, animal, and plant species.

It is home to resident and migratory birds such as houbara bustards and cranes, as well as trees like arfaj, athel, arta, talh, harmal, and lavender.

Fahd Al-Shawaier, from the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority, noted the vast wildlife population.

The reserve's diverse terrain, including rocky environments, mountain slopes, and dunes, supports various wildlife species.

Reintroduction plans are underway for Arabian oryx and other species formerly present in the area.

Al-Khunfah also hosts various reptile species, rabbits, and foxes.

The overall goal is to restore degraded ecosystems.

The King Salman Royal Reserve in Al-Khunfah is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including 290 species of birds, such as the Arabian partridge, greater hoopoe-lark, and migratory birds like the steppe eagle and saker falcon.

The reserve's varied terrain, including rocky environments, mountain slopes, and dunes, supports both resident and migratory species.

Reptiles, such as the desert warbler, lizard, frog-headed lizard, and fringed-toed lizard, also inhabit the area.

One rabbit species, the cape hare, and two fox species, the red fox and Ruppell's fox, are among the other residents.

The text describes Al-Khunfah's mountains and highlands, which include areas such as Bagheith, Al-Asmar, Anz, Abu Talihat, Dhaea, Al-Dhahakiya, and valleys like Al-Fater, Niyal, Al-Saileh, Al-Aqeelah, Abu Mataya, and Wadi Al-Mawrida.

These regions showcase nature's beauty and are home to various plant species that thrive due to seasonal rains ranging from 50 to 100 mm.

The diverse terrain, including sandy and rocky environments, plains, mountain slopes, and dunes, supports both resident and migratory wildlife.

However, flooding caused by these rains can pose challenges to certain plant species.

The rains in the reserve revitalize soil and create an optimal environment for various plant species to grow, including annual herbs, trees, shrubs, and perennial herbs.

However, excessive rain leading to floods can harm plants that cannot withstand prolonged water immersion.

The reserve's diverse terrain offers habitat for both resident and migratory wildlife, with temporary basins formed during the rainy season providing water for these species.

The reserve has implemented initiatives such as wildlife surveying, monitoring, reintroduction programs, post-release monitoring, and vegetation and habitat maintenance.

The text emphasizes the importance of ongoing conservation efforts to preserve the long-term sustainability of an ecological haven and meet conservation targets.