Editorial photo #13342828 Human Interest
The Avian Trade In Doha's Historic Souq Waqif
DOHA, QATAR – FEBRUARY 19: A sun conure (Aratinga solstitialis) leans toward a feeding bowl alongside cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus), a budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus), and an Indian ringneck parakeet (Psittacula krameri) at the Bird Souq in Souq Waqif on February 18, 2026, in Doha, Qatar. The market is a central hub for the trade of exotic birds and pets, remaining a popular cultural destination for both locals and tourists in the heart of the old city. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)