Every year thousands of parrots and other birds and animals are
illegally poached from their nests or taken from their native
homes and habitats. Some baby parrots are so young they are not
able to see or hear what is happening around them. Trappers take
nestlings in hopes of a quick sale, often neglecting their need
for heat or nutrition. Many die before they are even sold.
Smugglers do not treat animals humanely. Survivors are usually
sold, but many birds die during transport, most often due to
necessary concealment from law enforcement. Illegal trapping and
smuggling is one aspect of the bird trade that MUST be stopped.
Any live birds that are confiscated by law enforcement must be
handed over to qualified organizations, rehabilitated, and
returned to their homes. Aviculture can help… The American
Federation of Aviculture, Inc. has a long history of supporting
wild bird conservation and field biology. Our members have dug
deep in their pockets and have helped to fund projects spanning
many countries and se