The annual Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) 2026 closed its final auction with a world record.

A single Gyr Pure Ultra White falcon sold for AED 2.1 million, officially making it the most expensive falcon ever sold at an auction anywhere in the world.

Originating from top-tier US breeding stock, the Gyr Pure Ultra White drew intense bidding from the moment it was brought on stage.

The record price at AED 2.1 million underlines the value placed on falconry in the UAE, where the sport remains one of the country's most closely guarded traditions.

(Source: Lovin Dubai)