Falconry, an ancient means of hunting is today a UNESCO Living Human Heritage. It was brought into Qatar by the Bedouins and is much loved by the Qatari's, so much so that the Falcon is the National Bird of Qatar.
The Falcon has been featured in numerous Qatar stamps from the very first issue as shown below.
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On the 29th of January, the latest addition to this tradition was released celebrating the end of the 13th Qatar International Falcon and Hunting Festival. The latest stamps are shown below.
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