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Scientists recorded the entire breeding cycle of wild macaws using a single camera trap in Peru's rainforest. The footage reveals how artificial nest boxes could help save these stunning birds as their natural homes disappear.
After vanishing from Rio de Janeiro in 1818, blue-and-yellow macaws are flying home thanks to a groundbreaking project restoring both birds and their rainforest habitat. The return marks the beginning of healing an entire ecosystem lost to deforestation.
Four blue-and-yellow macaws are flying free in Rio de Janeiro's Tijuca National Park for the first time in two centuries. The beloved birds, rescued from captivity, could help restore the Atlantic Forest while making a dream come true for residents who've only seen them on souvenirs.
Guatemala chose wildlife over oil, shutting down a 7,000-acre oil field to protect one of the world's most important rainforest reserves. The land will now serve as a military base to stop illegal logging and cattle ranching in the Mayan Biosphere Reserve.
Centuries before the Inca Empire rose to power, ancient Peruvians transported live parrots hundreds of kilometers across the treacherous Andes Mountains. Scientists discovered feathers from Amazon rainforest macaws at the ancient coastal site of Pachamac, revealing a remarkable dedication to beauty and connection.
Blue-and-yellow macaws are flying over Rio de Janeiro again after vanishing 200 years ago, part of a bold project bringing life back to an "empty forest." Scientists are reintroducing agoutis, howler monkeys, toucans, and tortoises to restore Brazil's Atlantic Forest one species at a time.
Animal remains discovered near Mexico City's Templo Mayor confirm that Aztec Emperor Moctezuma II really did build the Americas' first zoo 500 years ago. The vivarium housed eagles, macaws, quetzals, and reptiles from across his empire in habitats that mimicked their natural homes.
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Scientists have proven that people in ancient Peru transported live parrots across the Andes Mountains over 600 years ago, revealing a sophisticated trade network that connected distant cultures long before the Inca Empire. The discovery challenges the belief that pre-Inca societies were isolated and constantly at war.
Elephants, pumas, and gorillas at Guadalajara Zoo are making their own predictions for the 2026 World Cup, delighting crowds with playful picks that favor some major upsets. The furry forecasters chose winners by selecting food and soccer balls linked to different teams.
A Rhode Island parrot rescue swooped in to save 71 birds living in dangerous conditions in an unheated New Hampshire barn. All the parrots are now safe, warm, and getting the medical care they desperately need.
A Rhode Island rescue team raced to save 71 parrots living in a freezing barn without electricity or water after predators had already attacked some birds. Now safe and receiving medical care, these colorful survivors are getting a second chance at life.
A South Jersey tree expert has saved more than 200 cats stuck in trees over five years, never charging families a single dollar. One rescue kitten even stole his heart and became his new roommate.
Costa Rica is taking action to protect one of its most biodiverse national parks by temporarily reducing visitors while fixing critical wastewater systems. The country is investing in long-term solutions to keep this natural treasure thriving for generations.
Camera traps in Mexico's Sierra Gorda just captured the country's most elusive predator, marking a major win for conservation. The sighting means all six of Mexico's wild cat species now call this protected forest home.
After losing nearly half its forests by the 1980s, Costa Rica reversed decades of destruction through innovative conservation programs. The small nation now stands as the world's leading example of successful ecological restoration.
Scientists discovered that wild parrot feathers found in a Peruvian tomb traveled over 500 kilometers across the Andes Mountains, proving ancient civilizations built sophisticated trade networks a thousand years before modern highways. The birds were transported alive and carefully raised, showing remarkable cooperation between distant cultures.
Costa Rica's birdwatching tourism is bringing more than $800 million in annual spending to rural areas, turning small farms and lodges into thriving businesses. With over 900 bird species packed into diverse ecosystems, the country is becoming a top destination for travelers seeking nature over beaches.
Costa Rican authorities saved five sloths, a tapir, and other wildlife from illegal trafficking operations at tourist centers. The rescue shows the country's fierce commitment to protecting its famous biodiversity.
Scientists discovered that vibrant Amazonian parrots were transported alive over 500 kilometers across the Andes mountains centuries before the Inca Empire, revealing a sophisticated trade network that connected rainforests with coastal Peru. The journey took weeks or months as traders navigated treacherous mountain passes to deliver these prized birds to ritual centers.