Jeddah: The Northern Borders Region witnesses notable activity in the return migration of birds from south to north between late March and May each year, coinciding with the onset of spring, as part of a regular seasonal journey back to breeding grounds in the Northern Hemisphere.

According to Saudi Press Agency, migratory birds follow specific routes during this journey, benefiting from abundant food and milder weather. Species such as doves, cranes, and storks return after spending the winter in warmer southern regions. Saudi Arabia serves as a key transit route and safe habitat for large numbers of migratory birds, owing to its strategic location linking three continents and its vast area exceeding 2 million square kilometers. During migration, birds stop at various sites to feed and regain energy, including species such as doves, warblers, quail, and harriers arriving from Africa in spring and summer.

The Northern Borders Region stands out as one of the main annual migration corridors, supported by a balanced environment, diverse terrain, and natural vegetation that attracts both migratory and resident birds. The King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Natural Reserve, located in the north of the Kingdom, represents a pivotal station along migratory routes. It is among the first areas to receive birds arriving from Asia and Europe during the autumn migration and the last stop for birds returning from Africa in the spring migration. This makes it an important natural sanctuary that sustains the continuity of this environmental phenomenon.