In an exciting liberation operation, 24 rehabilitated native birds regained their freedom in the “Quebrada del Palmar” reserve, located in the Ayacucho department, San Luis. The event, led by the Secretary of Environment and Sustainable Development in conjunction with the reserve and other environmental organizations, marked a new milestone in the efforts to restore the native fauna affected by illegal trafficking.
Reinas moras, chingolitos, piquito de oro, corbatitas, and jilgueros soared once again in the skies of San Luis after being rehabilitated at the La Florida Wildlife Conservation Center.
The “Quebrada del Palmar” reserve is a biodiversity refuge nestled next to the El Palmar stream in the Central Mountains of San Luis. Its lands are home to emblematic species such as the Caranday palm tree, declared a provincial Natural Monument.
With the drive of Sol Carrizo and Juan Pablo Pelacini, the reserve not only promotes the conservation of natural and cultural heritage, but also environmental education through activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and meditation in contact with nature. Each visit is also an opportunity to reflect on the importance of caring for and respecting these unique ecosystems. The return of the birds symbolizes much more than a liberation action: it is a firm step towards the recovery of a natural balance that has been threatened by human action for years.
Other species recovered thanks to the work of the Wildlife Conservation Center
A few months ago, a small terrestrial turtle of the species Chelonoidis chilensis, only one week old and weighing 25 grams, arrived at the Wildlife Conservation Center after being delivered by a neighbor from Villa de Merlo.
According to veterinarian Andrea Gangone, the reptile is in good health, active, and with a healthy yolk sac, which it should absorb in the next few days before starting to feed on its own.
Along with the turtle, a burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia) found injured in Villa Mercedes, and a carancho also entered the rehabilitation center. These animals underwent a quarantine period, during which experts assessed their condition and determined if these animals could be reintroduced into their natural habitat.
