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The large aviary is well integrated into the surrounding nature and has Licuri palms.


for this reintroduction is a remote, semi- arid environment where only two specimens remained isolated for many years. The population was strongly decimated in the 90s by the illegal bird trade. The two remaining specimens will serve as guides on this specific biome, so that the released individuals can develop independently.


The Brazilian field researchers have built a large aviary for this reintroduction with the support of Brazilian institutions and the wind power company Enel. Within the large aviary are Licuri palm trees, from which the macaws mainly feed. The aviary


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