Red Siskin Distribution
Once abundant across northern Venezuela, today it is a very rare bird.
HISTORY

CURRENT

An iconic but threatened bird

Why Is It Endangered?
Two main human activities have brought Red Siskins close to extinction: trapping and habitat destruction.
THE PROJECT
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Rescuing, raising and reintroducing more Red Siskins
Several zoos are working to rescue confiscated Red Siskins and to establish new populations in captivity for their future reintroduction into the wild.
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Connecting with people
Human overexploitation is the main threat to the Red Siskin; however, people are also the main solution to this problem
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Ensuring Bird Friendly habitats
More bird-friendly coffee plantations and more protected areas mean more Red Siskins
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Promoting the Red Siskin sustainable use
Improve law enforcement and generate legal alternatives for the Red Siskins illegal demand.
How You Can Help
Everybody can make a difference. 1) Share with others what you know about the Red Siskin. 2) Do not choose wildlife as pets. 3) Contribute to the project with money or time.
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