Like many bird species, the Cape Parrot of Africa is in trouble. Deforestation, capture, and Psitaccine Beak and Feather disease are threatening the small population, consisting of about 1,500 birds.
Fortunately, people care. My friend, Susan Dobrowolsky, is partnering with the World Parrot Trust to raise money for scientists battling to conserve these birds. It's called Let's Help Save the Parrot of South Africa and it's on Facebook Causes. Not only can you donate money for this cause (every little bit makes a difference) but you can learn more about conservation efforts and the people behind it, as well as make, and chat with friends who also care about this amazing bird.
Thank you for caring. :)
Showing posts with label bird conservation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bird conservation. Show all posts
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Monday, December 14, 2009
FlyFree: World Parrot Trust's New Campaign
Parrots are one of the most endangered groups of birds in the world, much of this due to the wild bird trade. If you've heard the stories and seen the images, you know how horrendous this practice is.
Fortunately, there are groups such as The World Parrot Trust to help put a stop to the wild parrot trade and to aid in their rescue, rehabilitation, and release back into the wild - where they belong. The WPT has stepped up their efforts with a 12-month campaign called FlyFree, partnering with conservation agencies that work in the field.
Please visit the WPT's FlyFree page to learn more about their efforts, see photos and make a donation.
Fortunately, there are groups such as The World Parrot Trust to help put a stop to the wild parrot trade and to aid in their rescue, rehabilitation, and release back into the wild - where they belong. The WPT has stepped up their efforts with a 12-month campaign called FlyFree, partnering with conservation agencies that work in the field.
Please visit the WPT's FlyFree page to learn more about their efforts, see photos and make a donation.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Start Planning Now for National Bird Day
The next National Bird Day is on January 5, 2010. It's a day set aside by Born Free USA and the Avian Welfare Coalition to reflect on native birds as well as on the treatment of exotic companion birds. If you love birds and want to help make an impact in your community, check out the National Bird Day website.
It is full of ideas and ways, both big and small, for you to get involved - from sending a virtual e-card to hosting a bird art show. Even if you don't have a lot of time, you can help. We were able to get a Mayoral Declaration in Madison for National Bird Day several years in a row.
What are your plans for National Bird Day?
It is full of ideas and ways, both big and small, for you to get involved - from sending a virtual e-card to hosting a bird art show. Even if you don't have a lot of time, you can help. We were able to get a Mayoral Declaration in Madison for National Bird Day several years in a row.
What are your plans for National Bird Day?
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