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ANDEAN CONDOR

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Hello teacher Rina, my name is Alex, and in this activity, I will talk
to you about a little animal in danger of extinction, the Andean
Condor.

What is the importance of the Andean condor for the

ecosystem?
The Andean condor, with its majestic wingspan and formidable beak,
feeds on carrion, playing an invaluable role in ecosystems. By
consuming decaying carcasses, it prevents the proliferation of
harmful bacteria and contributes to the overall health of the
environment.

Because it is in danger of extinction?

▪ This majestic bird faces more threats than smaller species,
leading to its status as an endangered species since 1970.
Humans destroy their habitats. Hunters hunt them for their
beautiful plumage. Better said deforestation. Factors
contributing to its decline include a low reproduction rate,
poisoning of its food due to conflicts in livestock farming,
hunting, and habitat destruction.
▪ Low reproduction rate.
▪ Food poisoned by conflicts in livestock farming.
▪ Hunters.
▪ Habitat destruction.

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Distribution map of the Andean Condor in South America until 2016.

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How to preserve the Andean Condor?
The main strategies established by the Action Plan for
the Conservation of the Andean Condor in Peru are the
following:
In the past, researchers closely monitored the Andean Condor
population, providing valuable insights into its conservation status.
1. Research and monitoring.
2. Management and restoration of their habitat.
3. Awareness, communication, dissemination, training and
participation of the local population in environmental education
processes.
4. Gestión y fortalecimiento institucional.

Phrases and facts about the Andean Condor.

• Curiosities and facts about the Andean Condor.
• The Andean condor is as threatened as the Andean bear.
• The Andean condor is as beautiful as the hummingbird.
• The Andean condor flies over the mountains with its majestic
wings.
• He is being persecuted.
• His name in Quechua was Kuntur and the Incas believed he
was immortal.

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Exercise:
Let's complete the description of Enrique, the condor.
Let's complete the text with have or has:

ENRIQUE
Enrique is a condor. He lives in the Andes
Mountains. It has (1) a strong beak. He has
(2) sharp claws.
Condors have (3) large wings and beautiful
plumage.
He is majestic!!

Project:
Ideas Activities
(What causes extinction?)
(How to avoid its
extinction?)

Its reproduction rate is low. Various organizations classify the Andean

Humans destroy their habitats. Better said
deforestation.
Farmers put out poisoned feed because
these birds threaten their livestock.
Hunters hunt them for their beautiful
plumage.
condor as a protected species.
Deforestation of their habitats must be
avoided.
More protected areas and nature reserves
should be established.
Hunting of this species should be prohibited
and compliance with the law verified.

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In conclusión:

The condor is a very

beautiful animal, that is
why we must take care of
it and its habitat. To
preserve it and enjoy its
majesty for much longer.

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Thank you so
much.