PESHAWAR: The wildlife department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday released three falcons, previously confiscated from poachers, into their natural habitat.

Mohammad Niaz, the conservator of wildlife, and Manahil Wahab, the divisional forest officer, jointly released the birds.

The released birds included one Peregrine Falcon and one Shaheen Falcon, which were confiscated on Nov 13, 2026, along with another Peregrine Falcon seized on Nov 14, 2026, at Peshawar Toll Plaza of the motorway.

The initiative reflects the commitment of the Peshawar wildlife division to wildlife protection, conservation and the safe rehabilitation of confiscated birds by returning them to their natural habitat.

Speaking on the occasion, Mohammad Niaz said that strict vigilance and monitoring would continue to curb illegal hunting and poaching of protected wildlife species.

He warned that violators would be dealt with in accordance with the law. He added that the wildlife department was committed to strengthening conservation efforts and protecting precious wildlife resources across the province.

Published in Dawn, November 15th, 2026