A Saudi prince recently bought tickets of a passenger jet for his 80 falcons, according to media reports. Saudi prince bought ticket for his 80 hawks,” the Khaleej Times reported. Transportation of falcons, the national bird of the UAE, is not a rare practice in the Middle East. A Flydubai spokesperson said falcons must have their own seat, with a cloth placed underneath them to prevent accidents. Etihad Airways also allows falcons on board.

Source: Hindustan Times January 31, 2017 12:42 UTC