Fatshimetry
In the heart of the province of Maniema, a great initiative in favor of the preservation of wildlife has recently seen the light of day. Indeed, the Dingi parrot recovery and rehabilitation center released 30 parrots, including 23 African grays and 7 green parrots, after carefully rehabilitating them. These birds had been seized from the hands of illegal operators across the province, marking a victory in the fight against illegal trade in protected species.
Last weekend, a release ceremony was organized in the presence of a provincial government delegation, representatives of ICCN, the Lukuru Foundation and the media. Operators and members of the local community, initially skeptical about the outcome of this approach, expressed their satisfaction at seeing the parrots take flight again. Kilimunda Corneille, one of the participants in the ceremony, expressed his relief at this long-awaited release.
The commissioner in charge of the interior, Marcel Lembalemba, promised the signing of a provincial decree aimed at strengthening the fight against the capture and trafficking of protected animal species. He also praised the Lukuru Foundation’s commitment to preserving the region’s biodiversity. In addition, 26 new seized parrots were received at the Dingi center to begin their rehabilitation process.
This laudable action demonstrates the importance of raising awareness and involving local stakeholders in the protection of fauna and flora. The release of these parrots is the result of collaborative work between authorities, conservation organizations and the community, demonstrating that a joined-up approach is essential to ensure a sustainable future for our natural environment.
In conclusion, the release of the parrots in Dingi represents a significant step in the fight against illegal trafficking of animal species in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This exemplary action should inspire other similar initiatives in the country and encourage the protection of biodiversity for future generations.