Mar 4 • 00:45 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Red macaw rescued wounded on BR-364 in RO

A red macaw was rescued after being found injured along BR-364 in Brazil, demonstrating signs of dehydration and a fractured wing.

This week, a red macaw was rescued by a team after being discovered injured along the BR-364 highway between Itapuã do Oeste and Porto Velho. The bird was hiding in a drainage pipe with a severely injured wing. The situation came to light when a driver notified traffic inspectors, prompting a rescue operation that successfully brought the macaw to a veterinary clinic for treatment. Upon arrival at the clinic, the veterinarians assessed the bird and found it to be quite weak, suffering from dehydration and struggling to eat. Further examinations revealed a fracture in its wing, which required immobilization with bandaging. The estimated recovery time is between 20 to 30 days, during which specialized care would be provided to ensure the bird's health is restored. Despite the seriousness of its condition, the macaw has begun to show signs of improvement; it is becoming more active and is accepting food. The initiative led by Nova 364 highlights the importance of caring for injured wildlife, as all injured wild animals found along the highway are referred for specialized treatment. Once they fully recover, they are returned to their natural habitats in authorized areas, promoting conservation efforts for species like the red macaw.

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