DNA research changes the fate of the most trafficked parrots in Colombia

Mongabay
Aug 1, 2025, 10:31 am366 ptsTop
Parrots of the Amazona genus are among the most trafficked birds in Colombia. With their distinctive feathers, these parrots are relatively easy to identify by authorities after they have been rescued. But “determining their home territory is a much more complex task that cannot be carried out relying on just…

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