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Melody Blue Spix Macaw After a long period filled with uncertainty and fear Brazilians and German conservationists managed to successfully reintroduce a couple of couples back to their natural habitat. Their story is inspiring, but also rife with jealousy and backbiting. The first hurdle was obtaining enough birds to participate in the exchange. The macaws were monogamous, therefore it was essential to ensure that the pairs were well-matched. Range A South African couple has taken on the mission to save the critically endangered Spix's Macaw. This bird was declared extinct by the United Nations in 2000 because of decades of habitat destruction and poaching. They have a small number of the birds in captivity and are hoping to release them in the wild near Curaca. They call them their little blue friends and compared their journey to the story of Presley, the last known Spix's Macaw in the wild. They say he was a true survivor, who lost his family, but kept his faith in the region. They consider their lives in the Caatinga as akin to his, and they feel a strong connection to him. harlequin macaw were able to research the behavior of the Spix's Macaw wild, and to better understand the reasons why this species has survived for so long. This enabled researchers to estimate the historical population of this unique bird with greater accuracy. Researchers were able to gather important information about the bird's daily movements and its seasonal adaptation to drought, and food habits. They even monitored attempts at reproduction with a hybrid Spix's and Illiger's macaw pair which was a significant step in the rehabilitation of this species. It was a remarkable accomplishment that this bird was able to endure and thrive in the wild despite the smallest gene pool and has helped researchers understand how these birds could be returned to the wild. The survival of the bird that was killed inspired people to take action to save other parrots and endangered species. It has also prompted zoos and other groups to set their own captive breeding programs for these exotic birds. This group of experts is a model for how conservation groups and other organizations can collaborate to conserve endangered animals and wildlife. It brings Brazilian officials from government, zoo representatives, international holders of this rare bird, and ornithologists with a common goal – the reintroduction of the Spix's macaw. The working group has already accomplished a great deal of work, including preparing plans for reintroducing the bird back into the wild. The group has also been working to raise funds for field research and community outreach as well as captive-breeding birds to support the reintroduction program. The group has also set up a permanent committee for the rehabilitation of the bird. Habitat At risk due to poaching and habitat destruction The Spix's macaw (Cyanopsitta spixii) was believed to be extinct in the wild 10 years ago. Aviculturists, ornithologists, and other experts continue to fight to bring this iconic bird from the brink of extinction. The Spix's Macaw is recognizable to millions of people all over the world thanks to a popular animated film and two sequels. This is just the beginning on the long road of returning these birds. A team of international experts has worked for decades to breed and reintroduce Spix's macaws born in captivity back into the wild. The Spix's Macaw is an endemic species to a small region of northeast Brazil called the Caatinga. This dry region is characterized by flat savannah scrubland that is interspersed with seasonal streams and gallery forests. It was first documented in 1819 and is one of the smallest known Neotropical parrots, with only occasional sightings in the wild, a few captive birds and a few museum specimens. To save the declining population, an international group was formed. It brought together experts in aviculture who had the last remaining bird, as well as government officials. This group formed a partnership with the renowned non-profit organization Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation (AWWP) of Qatar to develop a comprehensive program to reintroduce captive-bred Spix's Macaws into their native environment in the northeast of Brazil. AWWP has bought and is restoring 2,380 hectares of prime habitat in Caatinga area, close to Curaca, Brazil. AWWP is also breeding and rearing birds to be released into the wild, which will provide a genetically pure source of the animals for the next generation of. Spix's Macaws are typically found in trees and seldom seen on the ground. They usually nest in hollows or holes in trees and hunt for fruits, seeds, nuts and other plants. They typically spend up to one third of the day in the nest. To aid in tracking the Spix's macaws and their movements, a local group was recruited to become part of the field team. Members of the community were given watches that could be activated in the event the Spix's macaw was observed, allowing them to keep track of the birds and their daily activities in the wild. This method has proven to be successful. Diet The Spix's Macaw (Cyanopsitta spixii) is the only species in the family Cyanopsitta. It was listed as extinct in the wild in 2019 by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature after the last known wild parrot disappeared in 2000. subsequent surveys did not find any additional birds. A reintroduction program is currently underway to try to bring back this critically endangered bird to its native home in the Caatinga. This dry forest is a part of northeast Brazil that covers about 10% of the country. Spix's Macaws were found in hollows old caraibeiras and were also known to eat nuts and seeds. A reintroduction programme is underway to establish a natural population of the Spix's Macaw. Eight captive-raised birds were released into the wild in June, and 12 more are expected to arrive in 2022. They will be joined by a group Blue-winged Macaws that have been reintroduced and will share information about food sources, nesting sites and roosting locations. The reintroduction program has already gathered valuable biological data on the behavior of this rare bird, including information on the patterns of movement throughout the day and the seasonal changes to drought. It also provides a window into the nature of the Spix's Macaw, helping to understand what led to its extinction in the wild. Spix's Macaws eat the seeds, fruits, and nuts of many plants that are native to the Caatinga biome. Pinhao-bravo and linhas Brasil, as well as facheiro (Pilosocereus Pachycladus) are all included in this diet. They can also eat the fruit of acai palms (Acaia oliva) or mofumbo (Combretum leprosum). Spix's Macaws as with all parrots and other bird species, are social birds that form close bonds with their parents. They are vocal and frequently mimic sounds and speech. They have a mating sound called the “whichaka,” which is described as a short continuous grating sound similar to a flute. They are known to fly high and fast when they are in an ecstatic mood. Breeding Spix's macaws are incredibly intelligent and social birds. They communicate by screeching, squawking, and other sounds. Like many parrots they are able to mimic human speech. They have a strict routine, including routines for bathing and flight. They can also recognize other members of their flock. They are adored as pets and are often targeted by the illegal bird trade because of this. In the early 1980s, only three Spix's macaws remained in the wild. They were all poached. In 1995, poachers massacred the male and female birds as part of the hope of pairing them. Since since then, all Spix's Macaws known have been bred in captivity – mostly in Brazil. The handful of Spix's macaws in captivity are made up of individuals who are the descendants of only two individuals, leaving them susceptible to illness and other environmental threats. The majority of the birds in captivity are kept in a breeding center in Germany however, this year an agreement between the German conservation center and the Brazilian government expired without renewal which raises doubt about the future plans to repatriate the birds and then reintroduce them into the wild. Despite their precarious numbers, captive-bred Spix's Macaws are showing signs of improvement. This was evident when the Swiss breeder beat the sheikh of Qatar to purchase three Spix's Macaws for the collector. In part due to this and other efforts the captive-bred bird population is beginning to increase, though not at a speedy pace. In order to keep them healthy and producing, it is crucial to reintroduce the birds into the wild. Selecting the right birds to release is also crucial. The macaws need to be in a reproductive stage and be joined by an older sibling or close family member. It may be difficult to bring the Spix's Macaw back to the wild, however, it is essential to try. ABC and its partners have developed reserves to protect the last remaining habitats of this species. The eight Spix's Macaws that were recently released will be joined by the blue-winged Macaws. These macaws are common in Caatinga and live in areas where the Spix's macaws are also. These birds will help the macaws adapt to their new surroundings and will also ensure safety through the sheer numbers.