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A spotlight on Qatar’s most beloved animals, from Arabian horses to whale sharks and falcons

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A spotlight on Qatar’s most beloved animals, from Arabian horses to whale sharks and falcons
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From majestic Arabian horses to the ‘gentle giants’ of the sea, whale sharks and the intelligent falcon, Qatar’s animal heritage can be traced back generations. The traditions are kept alive by efforts to preserve their importance to Qatar’s biodiversity and culture.

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Qatar 365 explores the country’s rich animal traditions that date back centuries. Johanna Hoes visits the prestigious Katara International Arabian Horse Festival to find out why the majestic creatures are so unique, while Laila Humairah gets exclusive access to a falcon hospital at the historic Souq Waqif. Aadel Haleem takes a deep dive into one of Qatar’s marine treasures: the whale shark, the gentle giant of the Arabian Gulf. ㅤㅤㅤㅤ ㅤㅤㅤ ㅤㅤㅤ ㅤㅤㅤ ㅤ

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