41 Spix's Macaws Transferred to Brazil After 28-Day Screening

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A flock of 41 Spix's macaws moved from Berlin to Brazil on January 28, continuing efforts to restore this rare bird species to its natural habitat.

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Scientists picked 23 females, 15 males, and 3 young macaws based on their genetic makeup and health conditions for the Brazil transfer.

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Medical teams kept the blue macaws under observation for 28 days in Berlin, running tests to protect Brazil's wildlife from possible diseases.

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Seven baby Spix's macaws hatched in the wild during 2022, showing positive results from earlier release of 20 birds into Brazilian forests.

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Brazil's specialized bird facility received 52 Spix's macaws from European centers in 2020, strengthening the species recovery project.

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ACTP and Vantara joined forces to breed these rare birds, combining resources and knowledge for the species' survival.

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Brazil's government works with private groups to help these bright blue parrots, known from the movie Rio, return to their original home.

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Vantara also supports wildlife programs in India, working to protect rhinos, Asiatic lions, and cheetahs in their natural spaces.

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