Origin: Captive Bred Β· Ships to: USA, UK, Canada, Australia, Australia
The Saker Falcon is The Saker Falcon is the most prized falconry bird in the Arab world. Powerful, intelligent and highly trainable, the Saker is the king of the hunt across the Arabian Peninsula. At Exotic Haven, every Saker Falcon is captive bred with full CITES documentation, vet health certified and shipped worldwide with a live arrival guarantee.
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The Saker Falcon originates from Central Asia and Eastern Europe, migrating across the Arabian Peninsula. In the wild, Saker Falcons are known for most prized falconry bird in the arab world. powerful & intelligent. Captive breeding programs have been critical in maintaining healthy populations of this species outside of its natural range.
The Saker Falcon requires expert-level care and a significant commitment of space, resources and expertise. Adult Saker Falcons reach 18-22 inches and can live for 15-20 years with proper care. Diet consists primarily of Birds & Small Mammals. This species is rated Expert care level and should only be kept by experienced exotic animal professionals with appropriate facilities.
Falconry birds require a proper mews (housing facility) with appropriate perches, weathering areas and flying space. The Saker Falcon needs daily flight and exercise. A proper falconry setup including jesses, bells, hood, gauntlet and telemetry tracking equipment is essential. Always work with an experienced falconer when starting out.
Falcons are hardy birds that tolerate a wide range of temperatures when properly acclimatised. However, newly imported or young birds require protection from extreme heat and cold. In Gulf climates, shade, fresh water and proper weathering facilities are essential during the hottest months.
Common health issues in captive falcons include Aspergillosis (fungal lung infection β the most serious concern), trichomoniasis (frounce), bumblefoot (pododermatitis from poor perch design), feather condition issues and parasites. Annual veterinary checks by an avian vet specialising in raptors are essential. CITES health certificates must be maintained.
Legal status for Saker Falcons varies significantly by country. Falconry is deeply embedded in the culture of the Gulf states and is protected as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. Saker and Peregrine Falcons require CITES permits for international trade. All our falcons come with full documentation. Always verify current regulations in your specific location before purchasing.
β οΈ Permit Required: This species requires permits in most locations. View our full permit guide β
Breeding Saker Falcons in captivity requires expert knowledge, appropriate facilities and in most jurisdictions specific permits. Falcons are bred in captivity using artificial insemination in many programmes. Successful captive breeding has significantly reduced pressure on wild populations. At Exotic Haven all our falcons are captive bred β we never sell wild-caught birds.
When you purchase a Saker Falcon from Exotic Haven you are working with specialists who understand the unique requirements of falconry birds. We provide full CITES documentation, health certificates, lifetime expert support and a live arrival guarantee on every animal. Our international logistics team handles all required permits and paperwork for Gulf buyers.
A captive-bred Saker Falcon from Exotic Haven is priced at $4,999. Contact us for current availability.
Falconry is a culturally protected tradition across the Gulf states. Falcon ownership with proper permits and documentation is legal in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman. All our falcons come with CITES documentation.
Yes. We ship to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman using IATA-compliant containers with full CITES documentation and health certificates.
Every Saker Falcon comes with CITES documentation confirming captive-bred origin, a veterinary health certificate, and full care documentation. We handle all export permit requirements from our end.
Adult Saker Falcons reach 18-22 inches.
The Saker Falcon feeds on Birds & Small Mammals.