JEDDAH: The birth of a striped hyena cub in the Neom Nature Reserve marks a significant step toward establishing a self-sustaining wild population of the endangered species in Saudi Arabia, according to the National Center for Wildlife. The female and her cub were documented in August, nine months after two breeding pairs were released into designated areas of the reserve. The hyenas were released in November 2025 after assessments confirmed the suitability of their habitat and the availability

Source: Arab News