1. Spix’s Macaw
Majestic Bird Extinct in the Wild
By Sandra Mendoza

2. Rio
Based on a true story
of a real problem
Macaws are extinct in
the wild
Breeding centers
exist in efforts to
restore population

3. Macaw Basics
Brazilian Native
Dependent on Caraibeira
trees
Average lifespan is 28
years
Monogamous birds
Feed on fruits, seeds, and

4. Population Over the Years
1970- few dozen species in the wild
1985- only five remain
1986- three remain
In 2000, the last one reported dead
As of 2010 bird is extinct in the wild
Approximately 75 live in captivity

5. Reasons for extinction
Extraction from natural
habitat for profit on the
black market
Introduction of a mining
company
Habitat destruction due
to deforestation
Invasive Africanized
Honey Bees
Hunting

6. Restoration Efforts
Local efforts
Breeding centers
Protective laws
Convention on
International Trade of
Endangered Species
(CITES)

7. Life in Captivity
Enclosure structure
Feeding habits
Breeding habits
Nothing is more fitting
than their natural habitat

8. Why it Matters
Macaws promote tree
growth
Absence in the wild
enables spread of bees
Preserve for future
generation
Ethical obligation to
protect animals

9. Works Cited
http://emilysbirds.com/the-birds/rio-based-on-a-true-
story.html
http://www.avianweb.com/spixsmacaw.html
http://www.parrots.org/index.php/encyclopedia/wildstatu
s/spixs_macaw/

10. Questions?