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The following are just a few of the links to help educate yourself further about parrots and what organizations help support
them. More links will follow in the future.
IAATE recently formed a committee to address the needs for the parrots our communities.
Check out this wonderful, new resource for your bird!
IMATA is a great resource for acquiring information on training. Their specialty is in Marine
Mammals.
ABMA is an organization that discusses many different animal species' needs regarding their behavior
and ability. Many zoos and aquariums are also affiliated in this organization.
WPT supports and correlates field projects in conservation of parrot species. They also
work on legislation to ban the importation of parrot species in order to reduce the demand on wild populations. Part
of their efforts materialized when the EU banned wild parrot imports in 2008.
The World Wildlife Fund promotes the welfare of all exotic animal studies in the field. The
larger base and scope of this organization allows for larger fund allocation to projects. They have been heavily involved
in many studies done for parrots and I salute their ongoing efforts!
Parrots International is a fantastic organization that donates to parrot field studies globally.
All of their proceeds go directly to the field. Their chief fundraiser is an annual conference that brings in all the
field biologists studying parrots from around the world. In addition, they bring in US researchers, top behaviorists,
trainers, etc. If you own a parrot, this is a must to go to!!!!
I used Rainforest Expeditions to book my trip to the Tambopata Research Center in Peru in 2002.
I highly recommend utilizing them to book your trip to The Rainforest!
Good Bird Inc Provides articles online to preview for training your companion parrots. Be sure
to buy a subscription to GOOD BIRD MAGAZINE! Below are free video downloads from Good Bird demonstrating the use of
Positive Reinforcement Training!
Zupreem Bird Foods--sponsor of Parrot Pockets.
Animal Environments.
Olympic Bird Fanciers Club
Northwest Exotic Bird Society
South Sound Exotic Bird Society
Gabriel Foundation
NEI provides interactive workshops for the companion parrot owner to learn how to apply the techniques
of Positive Reinforcement Training. Check out the websites for the dates and availability of the next workshop!
Imagine someone giving you encouragement, guidance and suggestions as you weave your way through learning how to improve our
parrots lives!
NPRPF
SaveNature.org
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