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Common Names
alagoas curassow
Regions
Brazil
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Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
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Regions
Brazil
The Alagoas Curassow is an endangered bird on the brink of extinction found only in Brazil, considered extinct in the wild due to deforestation and hunting. The total population of 130 birds only persists in two separate captive populations, with plans for reintroduction in place.
SAVE Brasil is a Brazilian conservation organization that works to protect bird species and their habitats in the country. Pedro Develey, director of SAVE Brasil (BirdLife International´s partner in Brazil) has spearheads the program's initiatives.
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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