FEATURE The Yellow-shouldered Amazon in Bonaire


recognized by the IUNC as vulnerable to the threat of extinction (BirdLife International 2010). Venezuelan populations appear to be in decline whereas on Bonaire the population is increasing and estimated to be around 800 individuals (January 2010 roost count). Yellow-shouldered Amazons do not construct their own nest and therefore


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he Yellow-shouldered Amazon (Amazona barbadensis) is


depend on cavities of sufficient size. Consequently, nesting areas are found in tree and cliff cavities and are generally located away from residential areas. The breeding season begins in April and continues until September. Eggs are incubated for approximately 27 days and chicks remain in the nest cavity for a further 60 days before fledging (Williams, 2009). Various threats impact on the breeding birds including illegal poaching.


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