2011.04.28 - 15:03:26 /radiorebelde.icrt.cu. HAVANA, Cuba.- Cuba is hosting from April 22 to May 22 of the Festival of Birds Endemic to the Caribbean which serves the purpose of promoting the knowledge about bird species exclusive to the region, raising awareness about their protection and fostering environmental education.In statements to Granma, Eneider Perez Mena, a biologist with the Cuban Ecology and Systematics Institute, said the Festival includes bird washing, lectures, talks about environmental education and contests for youngsters and teenagers aimed at growing a responsible attitude towards Cuban birds.">2011.04.28 - 15:03:26 /radiorebelde.icrt.cu. HAVANA, Cuba.- Cuba is hosting from April 22 to May 22 of the Festival of Birds Endemic to the Caribbean which serves the purpose of promoting the knowledge about bird species exclusive to the region, raising awareness about their protection and fostering environmental education.In statements to Granma, Eneider Perez Mena, a biologist with the Cuban Ecology and Systematics Institute, said the Festival includes bird washing, lectures, talks about environmental education and contests for youngsters and teenagers aimed at growing a responsible attitude towards Cuban birds.">

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Festival on Caribbean Birds Underway in Cuba

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  • 04 / 29 / 2011

2011.04.28 - 15:03:26 /radiorebelde.icrt.cu. HAVANA, Cuba.- Cuba is hosting from April 22 to May 22 of the Festival of Birds Endemic to the Caribbean which serves the purpose of promoting the knowledge about bird species exclusive to the region, raising awareness about their protection and fostering environmental education.

In statements to Granma, Eneider Perez Mena, a biologist with the Cuban Ecology and Systematics Institute, said the Festival includes bird washing, lectures, talks about environmental education and contests for youngsters and teenagers aimed at growing a responsible attitude towards Cuban birds.

The event is an initiative of the Society for the Study and Conservation of Caribbean Birds first held in 2003 in Cuba. The Festival takes place every year starting April 22 (World Day of the Earth) through May 22 (International Biodiversity Day).

There are currently 28 registered endemic species in Cuba. These include the trogon, the toti, the green woodpecker, and the humming bird.(ACN)

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