Critically Endangered Yellow-eared Parakeet in major breeding success

After eight years of work in Tolima, the International project to save the critically endangered Yellow-eared parakeet (The Ognorhynchus Project) has achieved two unprecedented records: the finding of 52 Yellow-eared Parakeet active nests in April, and of 132 chicks between May and June. This is a major milestone for a bird that was down to less than 100 just 10 years ago.

The precious highest number of active nests found during the project, which is supported by Loro Parque Fundación, had just been 25. The increase in occupied nests is due to the current number of cavities in dead Quindío Wax Palm trees. Since it is thought that in time there will be a decrease in this opportunity, the project has focused its efforts on providing artificial nests for this species, as well as on the recuperation of its habitat through reforestation with Wax Palm trees.

High nest count

In May there were chicks in 70% of the nests, and in the remaining 30% eggs were being hatched. Additionally, mating was observed and prospective new nests were explored. [Read on…]

But this is such great news. Thank you for bringing it to our attention.

Aren't they simply beautiful birds?
Thank you K.

This is great news and such a beautiful bird.