A remarkable comeback story is unfolding on Pajaros Uno Island off the coast of Chile a rare seabird locally known as “yuncos,” has returned to nest on the island after decades of absence This exciting development signals a major victory for bird conservation efforts led by Island Conservation, a non-profit organization dedicated to restoring island ecosystems worldwide once overrun by invasive rats that preyed upon seabird eggs and chicks Island Conservation launched a project to eliminate these predators and restore the island’s natural balance the island was declared predator-free in December 2022 paving the way for native species to reclaim their home “Seabirds play a crucial role in depositing essential nutrients from the sea to the land through their guano, which has the potential to sustain reefs in the nearshore waters,” said Coral Wolf, Conservation Science Program Manager at Island Conservation, highlighting the importance of seabirds in maintaining the health of island ecosystems Island Conservation implemented a clever strategy known as “social attraction.” This involved playing audio recordings of bird calls to entice the birds back to their former nesting grounds The technique had proven successful on the nearby island of Chañaral where it lured back another population of Peruvian Diving-Petrels the first sound system was installed on Pajaros Uno Island the island’s camera traps captured the first images of yuncos exploring their restored haven The rapid response to the social attraction program exceeded expectations demonstrating the birds’ eagerness to reclaim their ancestral home The return of the yuncos to Pajaros Uno Island is not just a symbolic victory; it has real-world implications for the survival of the species researchers discovered two natural burrows or crevices on the island providing ideal nesting sites for the returning birds “It was so thrilling to discover these nesting pairs so soon after the island was restored We were preparing dinner and heard the Peruvian Diving-petrels’ call We quickly took a GPS and a flashlight and ran towards the source of the sound while putting on our shoes We couldn’t believe it when we found the burrows!” exclaimed María José Vilches Island Restoration Specialist at Island Conservation “Knowing these birds will be safe from predators gives me hope for the survival of the species!” Pajaros Uno Island serves as a sanctuary for the Peruvian Diving-Petrels and several other Chilean seabird species This 70-hectare island provides a crucial breeding ground for a diverse range of birds It supports about 3,000 pairs of Peruvian Boobies making it a significant nesting site for this species the island hosts the largest population of Kelp Gulls in northern Chile The Vulnerable Humboldt Penguin also finds a safe haven on Pajaros Uno These seabirds rely on the island’s predator-free environment to raise their young and sustain their populations The successful restoration of Pajaros Uno not only benefits the Peruvian Diving-Petrels but also enhances the overall biodiversity and health of the island’s ecosystem This achievement underscores the importance of continued conservation efforts to protect and restore vital habitats for endangered and threatened species The success of the Pajaros Uno Island restoration project is not only a triumph for Chile but also a beacon of hope for other regions facing similar conservation challenges “This project’s success will have huge implications for restoration work beginning in Peru What we’ve learned about working in these ecosystems will help us restore islands along the entire Humboldt current — and we’ll be able to implement social attraction projects for the Peruvian Diving-petrels throughout the region!” stated Jose Luis Cabello Island Conservation’s Head of Operations in Latin America The return of the rare Peruvian Diving-Petrels to Pajaros Uno Island stands as a testament to the power of dedicated conservation efforts By eradicating invasive predators and creating a safe haven for native species Island Conservation has not only saved a threatened bird species but also revitalized an entire ecosystem This inspiring success story gives us hope that we can reverse the tide of biodiversity loss and secure a brighter future for our planet Like what you read? 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together puts us in a unique position to respond quickly and deliver the supply flexibility and solutions our customers need to meet changing market requirements.” shorter lead times and better service not only for Tonsil customers in Spain It complements Clariant’s network of production plants located in Europe which delivers a unique level of supply and service flexibility to customers in EMEA With consumers around the world focusing more on healthier diets and the consumption of healthier cooking oils high quality bleaching earths are in demand to remove unwanted impurities from refined oils Particular attention is placed on minimizing 3-MCPD levels is also increasing demand for effective purification solutions that Clariant is serving with a dedicated product portfolio Learn more about island restoration → Our mission is to restore islands for nature and people worldwide Dive into the world of island restoration including the latest stories Chile – Island Conservation is thrilled to announce a momentous achievement in the restoration of Pajaros Uno Island locally known as “yuncos,” have returned to nest on the island These seabirds play a crucial role in the recovery of the entire ecosystem and their return to the island less than a year after social attraction efforts began signals swift recovery situated in front of Caleta Hornos in the commune of La Higuera is an integral part of the Coquimbo Coastal System comprising seven islands and their surrounding waters supports not only threatened and iconic seabird colonies but also serves as a vital habitat for migratory seabirds and marine mammals invasive rats on the island posed a significant threat to the Chilean seabird population These predators were predating on the eggs and chicks of seabirds Island Conservation’s Conservation Science Program Manager Coral Wolf shared how the interruption of this cycle can disrupt an entire ecosystem “Seabirds play a crucial role in depositing essential nutrients from the sea to the land through their guano which has the potential to sustain reefs in the nearshore waters.” Island Conservation’s camera traps captured awe-inspiring photos of yuncos exploring the restored island The installation of the first sound system playing recordings of bird calls on November 3 quickly yielded results with the first yunco photo captured on November 16 This rapid recovery and the attraction of yuncos to the island demonstrate the accelerated impact of the restoration project two yunco couples have a significant chance of becoming parents as two natural burrows/crevices were discovered on the island We were preparing dinner and heard the Peruvian Diving-petrels’ call We couldn’t believe it when we found the burrows!” said María José Vilches Pajaros Uno Island is home to multiple colonies of Chilean seabird species The 70-hectare island supports approximately 3,000 pairs of Peruvian Boobies the largest population of Kelp Gull in northern Chile with around 2,000 pairs and approximately 600 breeding pairs of the Vulnerable Humboldt Penguin “This project’s success will have huge implications for restoration work beginning in Peru What we’ve learned about working in these ecosystems will help us restore islands along the entire Humboldt current—and we’ll be able to implement social attraction projects for the Peruvian Diving-petrels throughout the region!” The return of the rare Peruvian Diving-Petrels to Pajaros Uno Island marks a major milestone in the restoration efforts led by Island Conservation This achievement not only ensures the survival of these threatened birds but also contributes to the overall recovery of the ecosystem This remarkable and speedy recovery is more evidence of the success of Island Conservation’s mission safeguarding biodiversity and securing a sustainable future for our planet Media contacts:Sally Esposito, Island Conservation, Strategic Communications Director, sally.esposito@islandconservation.orgBren Ram, Island Conservation, Communications Manager – Projects, bren.ram@islandconservation.orgResources: Photos and videos (Credit Island Conservation) interviews available by requestIsland Conservation envisions a world filled with vibrant biodiversity We are the only international non-profit conservation organization with the mission to restore islands for nature and people worldwide Islands are special places that provide outsized returns on our conservation investments Island Conservation is committed to holistic island-marine ecosystem restorations that combine efforts to improve community livelihoods and climate resiliency Learn more about us at www.islandconservation.org About the David and Lucile Packard Foundation: The Packard Foundation envisions a just and equitable world where people and nature flourish We work with people and communities to create enduring solutions for just societies and a healthy resilient natural world.About the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation: Chartered by 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effectiveness of the ad campaigns Sea Shepherd Chile will conduct its sixth National Humboldt Campaign at Punta de Choros town near the wonderful Choros and Damas Islands Marine Reserve the Marine Reserve boasts high biodiversity and many species endemic to the region making this precious marine area a very particular environment where we can find 57% of the world population of the Humboldt Penguin and the southernmost resident Bottlenose Dolphins pod the campaign aimed to educate visitors to the Marine Reserve about the importance of responsible tourism and respectful encounters with marine creatures And thanks to the collaborative work that has been done during the previous versions of the campaign along with the local Fishermen's Union and national authorities such as the Chilean Navy SERNAPESCA (Fisheries Agency) and CONAF (National Forestry Agency) during Humboldt 2018 we will continue working on the conservation of the endangered Yunco (Pelecanoides garnotii) The largest population of Yuncos on the Chilean coast is located on Choros Island where the number of couples is estimated on 3,000 to 4,000 but they still face several threats to their survival Performing some of their normal activities by nightime young Yuncos are specially affected by the lights of the nearby town were they are then easy prey for domestic animals Our determined and hard work during the previous versions of Humboldt Campaign have been a great benefit for the Yuncos; all the individuals that were collected during each night were successfully released back in the Marine Reserve We are willing to expand this dedicated work to a nearby village in order to support the local efforts to conserve and protect this fragile species we have been contacting locals and authorities and we have witnessed improvements: the lights in the town are dimmer and more precautions are taken in order to avoid the threat that the light pollution represents for the seabirds we have seen positive changes and the awareness regarding this species is raising among locals and tourists And our records are been useful: A new National Protocol for Yuncos Conservation is about to be written based on the collected data In 2018 we will also be working in collaboration with SERNAPESCA (Fisheries Agency) as they now have representatives permanently located at Punta de Choros One of the planned activities is to retrieve fishing gears and buoys from the Ocean during daily boat patrols in order to take as many pieces of trash as possible from the Ocean activity that will benefit the precious marine wildlife that inhabits the Marine Reserve For more information (in Spanish) visit the official Sea Shepherd Chile Humboldt National Campaign site: http://humboldt.seashepherdchile.org/ environmental and safety management is globally certified to ISO 9001 ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Assessment System) and also increasingly based on the ISO 50001 standard for energy management 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