Click image to zoom

The Avian Trade In Doha's Historic Souq Waqif

DOHA, QATAR – FEBRUARY 19: A row of green-cheeked conures (Pyrrhura molinae), showing various color mutations including pineapple and cinnamon, are pictured on a wooden 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	#13342875
Date Taken	18 February 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Artur Widak/NurPhoto

No People Avian Bird Market Colorful Commerce Doha Gulf Marketplace Middle East Qatar Souq Waqif Tourism Traditional Wildlife animals birds budgerigars budgies culture livestock parakeets perching pets souq travel urban Doha Qatar February 19 green-cheeked conures Pyrrhura molinae color mutations pineapple cinnamon wooden perch Bird Souq Souq Waqif February 18 2026 exotic birds pet trade cultural destination locals tourists old city Artur Widak NurPhoto market central hub trade birds pets cultural destination heart city green conures photo wooden perch pictured.