Wild Macaws and Poaching Threats

The video highlights the threat to local macaw populations due to poaching, especially during nesting season. Wildlife experts express concern over the use of glue traps and the removal of chicks from nests for profit. Despite some local ordinances, state laws do not protect these non-native but non-invasive birds. Community members are advocating for legal changes to safeguard these majestic creatures.

What is the main threat to the local macaw population during nesting season?

• Habitat destruction

• Poachers

• Predators

• Climate change

How are the wild blue and gold macaws described in the video?

• Ordinary and common

• Noisy and annoying

• Aggressive and dangerous

• Majestic and breathtaking

What method do poachers use to capture macaws?

• Nets

• Glue traps

• Traps with food

• Cages

Why are blue and gold macaws targeted by poachers?

• For scientific research

• For their meat

• For their feathers

• For the exotic pet trade

What is the impact of poaching on macaws?

• Disruption of their natural behavior

• Increased population

• Improved genetic diversity

• Loss of habitat

What is the current legal status of macaws in the state?

• Protected by state law

• Considered invasive

• Not protected as they are non-native

• Endangered species

Which municipality has created ordinances to protect birds from poachers?

• Miami

• Palmetto Bay

• Coral Gables

• South Dade

What is the distinction made about macaws being non-native?

• They are harmful to the ecosystem

• They are not invasive

• They are a threat to other species

• They are protected by federal law

What is the community doing to help protect the macaws?

• Changing state law

• Raising awareness

• Building more nests

• Relocating the birds

What is the significance of the macaws not being invasive?

• They are a keystone species

• They do not harm other species

• They are beneficial to the ecosystem

• They are protected by international law