Bosque Seco
Portrait of Carlos, member of A Rocha Peru and a great friend
A Rocha Peru works, across the Trujillo and Pacasmayo areas, in the Bosque Seco project, with the University of Trujillo, particularly with biology students and Professor Pollack, bird specialist, on training related to birds and the upkeep of the dry forest, a protected desert area.
There, one can find carob trees, passion fruit, and other plant species; and its wildlife boasts an abundance of bird species, along with a large presence of lizards and big reptiles.
Over several days, I was able to see and learn the procedures for carrying out a bird study: how to set up a mist net to capture birds, and the subsequent study, measurements, and recording of each bird.
A wonderful experience alongside the students from the University of Trujillo and members of A Rocha.
The members of A Rocha are also responsible for protecting the forest: collecting rubbish, planting trees, gathering and germinating seeds, counting and recording the condition of the trees, and patrolling the area.
There, one can find carob trees, passion fruit, and other plant species; and its wildlife boasts an abundance of bird species, along with a large presence of lizards and big reptiles.
Over several days, I was able to see and learn the procedures for carrying out a bird study: how to set up a mist net to capture birds, and the subsequent study, measurements, and recording of each bird.
A wonderful experience alongside the students from the University of Trujillo and members of A Rocha.
The members of A Rocha are also responsible for protecting the forest: collecting rubbish, planting trees, gathering and germinating seeds, counting and recording the condition of the trees, and patrolling the area.
