Parrot chicks rescued from poachers in Brazil

Monday, November 12, 2012 at 8:47
City Parrots in Amazona aestiva - Blue-fronted Amazon, Ara ararauna - Blue-and-Gold Macaw, Poaching, Release, Wild bird trade

So far this year police in Brazil have rescued almost 14,000 illegally captured wild animals.

The period from September to December is the busiest time for officers, as it is breeding season for macaws and parrots who leave their eggs and young offspring vulnerable to poachers.

Rescued blue fronted amazon gets fed and will be raised for release.

Article originally appeared on (http://cityparrots.org/).