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LOCAL Wednesday 9 July 2025

Soaring through the blue skies

Birds of Aruba

fools you; the Trupial can be flock of 30 or more, but its
a bit aggressive towards any population has been declin-
threat, protective over their ing since the 2010s. Prikichis
nesting spots—nesting spots are a shier breed than the
they most likely stole from trupial, often flying away at
other birds. Trupials can be the sign of any threat. They
seen regularly, often in trees use termite nests for breed-
or on top of a cactus. ing spots and feed mostly on
Photo Credit: Daniel Ruben seeds from the Kwihi tree, Divi
Gonzalez Divi tree and fruits.
Photo Credit: Daniel Ruben
Prikichi (parakeet) Gonzalez ti and produces a rattling,
The Brown-throated Prikichi screaming sound, throwing
(Aratinga pertinax) became Warawara its head back onto its back
the national bird of Aruba The Warawara or Caracara while calling.
(Oranjestad)—Aruba’s na- back in 2015, at the request is one of the biggest birds
ture is very diverse and is Trupial of Aruba Birdlife Conserva- found in the Aruban mondi. While these birds are a beau-
home to several beautiful Icterus icterus, or known lo- tion. The bright green, ador- At a heigh of 41 to 60 cm, tiful sight to behold, it is very
and majestic wildlife. Among cally as the Venezuelan or able parakeet usually flies in their wingspan can mea- important to keep your dis-
these is the bright Trupial, Orange Troupial, is a strik- sure up to 125 cm. Known tance and respect their habi-
whose angelic voice is al- ing songbird whose bright as the “garbage man”, this tats. This is how we protect
ways heard with the rising orange feathers can be bird of prey mostly feeds our wildlife. By admiring the
sun; the cuddly parakeet, spotted from a far distance. on dead animals. Its coat is beauty of Aruba in a safe
always in company of an- Known to be the first bird to dark brown, with a cream- and respectful manner, we
other, and the majestic War- sing at the first sign of sunrise, colored neck, orange face, can do our part in protecting
awara, a mighty bird that this beloved songbird likes thick beak and long legs. The our sacred nature. q
can be seen soaring in the to wake up with a tune. But Warawara prefers to build its Photo Credit: Aruba Birdlife
clear blue skies. don’t let their angelic songs nest in the middle of tall cac- Conservation

Aruba Tourism Authority honored loyal visitors at Renaissance

Wind Creek Aruba Resort!

The Aruba Tourism Authority re- and love for the island of Aruba. The honorees were: The top reasons for returning to
cently had the great pleasure of Goodwill Ambassadors Aruba provided by the honorees
recognizing Goodwill Ambassa- The honorary certification is pre- Mr. Sven Buelow & Mrs. Cristina were:
dors of Aruba. The honorees were sented on behalf of the Minister Buelow from Libertyville Illinois, Unit- • Aruba’s people.
respectively honored with a certifi- of Tourism as a token of apprecia- ed States. • Aruba’s weather.
cate for theiryears of visits, loyalty, tion and to say “Masha Danki” to Ms. Shelby Buelow from Libertyville • Aruba’s restaurants.
guests who have visited Aruba 10, Illinois, United States. • Aruba is a enjoyable escape.
20, or 35 years or more consecu- • “Love the wildlife”
tively. Mr. Jorgino Willems representing • Grew up coming every year
the Aruba Tourism Authority, and since I was a baby”
The three levels of honor are as fol- staff members of Renaissance
lows: Wind Creek Aruba Resort be- On behalf of the Aruba Tourism
Distinguished Visitor (10>years con- stowed the certificate upon the Authority, we would like to express
secutively visiting Aruba) honorees, presented them with our sincere gratitude and appre-
Goodwill Ambassador (20>years gifts, and thanked them for choos- ciation to the honorees for their
consecutively visiting Aruba) ing Aruba as their favorite vacation continued visits to the “One Happy
Emerald Ambassador (35>years destination, as their home away Island”.q
consecutively visiting Aruba) from home.