Arar, Safar 06, 1448 AH, corresponding to July 20, 2026, SPA - The Greater Sand Plover, scientifically known as (Charadrius leschenaultii), was observed in several wild sites in the Northern Borders region, in a scene reflecting the area's rich biodiversity. Nasser Ershid Al-Majlad, head of the Aman Environmental Association, explained that the sighting of the Greater Sand Plover is a positive indicator of the health of natural habitats in the region, noting that the plover belongs to the family Charadriidae, is a common migratory bird, and is characterized by a strong build, a thick and relatively long beak, along with long legs that help it move in sandy environments, coasts, and exposed muddy lands. Al-Majlad added that the bird's feathers during winter are predominantly light sandy color with white underparts, giving it a high ability to camouflage in desert environments, while at the beginning of spring and the breeding season, it acquires a more distinctive appearance, as its chest turns reddish-brown and a broad black stripe appears across the eyes, which are among the most prominent identification features of this species. He emphasized that the successive sightings of migratory birds in the Northern Borders region reflect the quality and stability of ecosystems, highlight the importance of preserving natural habitats, enhancing environmental awareness, and supporting efforts aimed at protecting biodiversity, in line with the targets of the Saudi Green Initiative and Saudi Vision 2030 for environmental conservation and natural resource development. // End //00:05 T M 0001