ORANJESTAD – Yesterday was the final day of princess Beatrix of the Netherlands to Aruba, as she was invited by DCNA, a nature conservation organization of which she is a patron. As part of her visit, the princess was invited to receive information on a successful project for the reintroduction of the Yellow-shouldered Amazon (Amazona barbadensis), known locally as Lora, back in Aruba.
Yesterday morning, minister of Nature, Ursell Arends was honored to accompany Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrix of the Netherlands to the Aruba National Park Foundation (FPNA) Project and learn more about the reintroduction of the Lora in Aruba. Lora is an endemic bird, but since many years already it cannot be found in our nature. The project to reintroduce the Lora will ensure that once again we can enjoy these beautiful and charismatic birds in Aruba’s nature.
This project is an example of collaboration between Aruba and Bonaire, where exchange of knowledge and efforts between all those involved is resulting in a successful project. Working together, we can amplify our achievements to benefit our communities and our natural heritage.
FPNA, in charge of an education and awareness campaign for the community of Aruba regarding the Lora, is playing a vital role. Their job is to ensure that every single person understands the importance of their role in the protection of our native bird. Each citizen can contribute to maintaining our natural heritage, and all the treasures that our nature offers.
Congratulations to the team of the Arikok National Park Foundation for their distinguished efforts and dedication to make this project a reality. Their work represents an important step in recovering our natural heritage and it shows their commitment to our flora and fauna. Soon, Aruba will be able to celebrate this immense achievement for our country!
