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The Laney Rickman Reserve reaches a record with 17 Blue-throated Macaw chicks successfully fledging

Paraba Azul | Bird Conservation in Bolivia

The Nest Box program at the Laney Rickman Reserve in Beni has made a significant contribution to the conservation of the Blue-throated Macaw (Ara glaucogularis), with 17 chicks successfully fledging during the 2024 breeding season.

This achievement surpasses the previous record of 15 chicks in 2023, further reinforcing the effectiveness of using artificial nest boxes as a tool for the care and protection of this critically endangered species, according to the latest report from the Laney Rickman Nest Box Program.

Since the program’s inception in 2005, a total of 145 chicks have successfully fledged thanks to the nest boxes installed in the Laney Rickman Reserve. In 2024, 128 nest boxes were placed, of which 11 were occupied by breeding pairs of Blue-throated Macaws.

The program’s success benefits not only the Blue-throated Macaws but also other species that have begun using the nest boxes, potentially creating long-term positive effects on local biodiversity. However, challenges remain, such as competition among macaw pairs for the nests and threats from predators.

The report also highlights the implementation of key measures to reduce fire risks, such as maintaining firebreaks and training park rangers in firefighting techniques. These actions are essential for protecting critical habitats of the Blue-throated Macaw, as uncontrolled fires pose a significant threat to the reserve and its biodiversity.

The Laney Rickman Reserve Nest Box Program, led by Asociación Armonía, serves as an excellent example of how human intervention can help preserve endangered species, ensuring a safer future for the Blue-throated Macaw in Bolivia.

The program’s achievements are notable and have been made possible through the support of nest box sponsors, who have significantly contributed to its success. Among the sponsors are Andrew Maguire, Meryl and Roy Friedman, EARTH Ltd @ Southwick’s Zoo, Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium, Anaya Crawford, ABC Birds Store, Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, and others.

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