Editorial photo #13342887 Human Interest

The Avian Trade In Doha's Historic Souq Waqif

DOHA, QATAR – FEBRUARY 18: A Qatari woman in a traditional black abaya and a young boy in a white thobe are pictured browsing stacked cages of birds 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)

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Photo ID: #13342887
Date taken: 18 February 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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