In a white dome in Cota, Colombia, a jungle is being recreated for a pair of harpy eagles rescued from illegal trafficking. These monogamous eagles are being cared for in the hopes of forming a romance and eventually having offspring to help preserve this endangered species. The metal fence that separated them for two years was recently opened, and they are now showing signs of affection towards each other.
The female eagle, with a prominent gray crest, still carries pellets in her body from previous injuries. The male eagle, smaller in size, has an immobile left wing. Both were rescued in 2018 and are now being closely monitored in the Bioparque La Reserva in Cota. The eagles are under constant observation through security cameras as researchers hope for the successful birth of a baby eagle.
The harpy eagle is the largest eagle in the Western Hemisphere and is currently in a vulnerable state, with a declining population worldwide. Hunting and deforestation are major threats to this species, and efforts are being made to protect and preserve them. The couple at the Bioparque La Reserva represents a rare captive union in Colombia and is a beacon of hope for the conservation of harpy eagles.
Scientists closely monitor the behaviors of these magnificent birds as they optimistically hope for them to have offspring. This project is part of a larger conservation effort to protect these beautiful creatures from extinction. Through careful monitoring and research, there is hope to increase their numbers and ensure a bright future for the harpy eagle population not only in Colombia but globally as well
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