Duaro presented our outreach project goals to the prospective PWC caretakers, laying the foundation of its importance for GGM protection. Tree climbing safety practices followed with techniques on how to conduct macaw nests checks, nest box monitoring protocol, and emphasized the rule of thumb when interacting with the species –the less contact, the better.
Initiating any conservation project comes with great challenges and Ara Manzanillo is enthusiastic about the exchange partnership carried out over the past year. The PWC team has demonstrated steadfast dedication to protect GGMs, by identifying movements, nesting habits, and most importantly, involve the local communities.
To apply the tree climbing training skills, Duaro and the PWC crew visited the Cambutal region. PWC had already scouted active GGM nests, where the team was now able to climb and firsthand check the nests.