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Protecting the Hyacinth Macaw and the Cerrado

10,000 Birds

They like to fly in pairs or groups and in the evening they come together in big groups to roost in a favorite ‘dormitory’ tree. Illegal capture for the wild animal trade is an obvious peril for such a charismatic species, but this big blue bird is also hunted both for its meat and feathers. Say it ain’t so, Toucan Sam!

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Organizations Putting Animals First

4 The Love Of Animals

Through heart-wrenching rescues, informative awareness campaigns and much more, they are striving to make a difference in the world for those that don’t have a voice. The group offers information on everything from how to start an accredited, recognized sanctuary, to the best was to acquire necessary resources.

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Proposed Changes to Migratory Bird Treaty Act – Part II

10,000 Birds

Thus, the Trump Administration’s four-year campaign to undermine the MBTA is almost certainly going to fail. Although there has been a split in the courts , “incidental take” has generally been considered within the scope of the MBTA, so harming or killing migratory birds has been illegal regardless of intent.

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