The Pava Aliblanca, a miraculous return from extinction

The Pava Aliblanca is a slender black bird with distinctive white flight feathers. Initially discovered in 1877, it was thought to be extinct after numerous failed expeditions. However, in 1977, the species was rediscovered in Peru with fewer than 250 specimens, classifying it as critically endangered.

What are the distinctive features of the Pava Aliblanca?

• A white beak and black tail

• A yellow beak and green wings

• A black-tipped beak and nine large white flight feathers

• A red beak and blue feathers

In which year was the Pava Aliblanca first discovered?

• 2000

• 1900

• 1877

• 1977

What happened to the Pava Aliblanca after several research expeditions?

• It was declared a new species

• It was declared extinct

• It was found in large numbers

• It was relocated to a zoo

Where was the Pava Aliblanca rediscovered in 1977?

• Brazil

• Chile

• Argentina

• Peru

What is the current conservation status of the Pava Aliblanca?

• Critically Endangered

• Endangered

• Near Threatened

• Least Concern