A group of black screaming monkeys, opossum, parrots and other wild animals has Freedom in Guatemala regainedthanks to the joint work of two NGOs: Arcas And Humane World For Animals Costa Rica. The animals had been removed from critical conditions caused by illegal trafficking and from negative interactions with man.
The liberation took place within the Yaxhá Nakum Naranjo National Parkone of the most important protected areas in the country. Here have been reported in nature 14 mammals and numerous birdsincluding species classified as vulnerable or in danger. Many had been torn from the mothers still puppies to be sold like Exotic pets Or because they had approached too much urban areas, ending up injured or malnutrites.
These animals had been kept in unsuitable environmentssubjected to incorrect diets, insulation And psychophysical stress. Some presented fractures not cared for, others had suffered mutilations like the Penne cutting to prevent the flight. Thanks to a long job in the recovery centers, the animals were able to re -enter natural behaviorhow to feed yourself, hide from predators or move easily.
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A cultural and social challenge
An important chapter was the release of 28 parrotstransported to the forest after a Three days trip between road and paths. Many of them had been confiscated by the authorities or saved in critical situations. The free species are all threatened by deforestation and capture for the trade of pets, a phenomenon that also involves Europe and the United States.
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According to Andrea Borel, director of Humane World, illegal trade is often fed by poverty and disinformation. Trafficers convince rural communities to take puppies In exchange for money or foodstuffs. Hence the urgency to promote a more harmonious coexistence with local fauna.
After the release, the animals will be monitored for 15 days to verify its adaptation. Fernando Martinez, director of Arcas, hopes for a future in which save, thanks to a greater one environmental education and respect for the natural ecosystems.
