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What is the National Bird of Venezuela?

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It was introduced to Puerto Rico and other island nations, and now flourishes. Though capture for the pet trade has reduced their numbers in some areas, they are protected in Venezuela due to their status as national bird. . Venezuelan Troupial. ” Overall, the Venezuelan Troupial is at a low risk for extinction.

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The Parakeet of City Streets, the Monk Parakeet

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But it is most probable that the birds are released or escaped pets. There are a lot of pet psittacines out there that escape or are released. Some articles speculate that the nests offer protection against the cold.

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What is the National Bird of Venezuela?

The Parakeet of City Streets, the Monk Parakeet

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