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The Avian Trade In Doha's Historic Souq Waqif

DOHA, QATAR – FEBRUARY 18: A budgerigar (Melopsittacus undulatus) (center) is pictured alongside cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus) and sun conures (Aratinga solstitialis) (background) on a shared perch 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)

Photo ID	#13342854
Date Taken	18 February 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Artur Widak/NurPhoto

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