Armonia: red-fronted macaw, local communities and environment

The Red-fronted macaw (Ara rubrogenys) is a critically endangered species, mainly threatened by the destruction of dry forests, human-animal conflicts (destruction of maize crops by macaws), poaching and illegal trade to supply the pet market. Armonia's mission is to preserve Bolivia's birds and their natural habitat, while seeking a better cohabitation of these animals with the local human population. The problem of habitat loss has been partially resolved by the creation of the Paraba Frente Roja Reserve. Located among and administered by the communities of San Carlos, Perereta and Amaya, with the support of Armonia. The reserve covers 50 hectares (124 acres). The spectacular sheer cliff that dominates this landscape is the main breeding site for the species.