Eight types of parrots are threatened in Australia. This number will increase if caring people don't take the time to help with conservation efforts.

The main threat to parrots is the destruction and alteration of their habitats. However in some cases hunting and illegal trade are also problems.

Wild parrots need lots of space, food, water, and companionship from other members of the flock.

Reserach and recovery efforts have prioritized help for the night parrot of Central Australia, the golden-shouldered parrot of Queensland and the orange bellied parrot of South Eastern Australia. Other threatened parrots include the Baudin's and Carnaby's cockatoos both from South Australia, Princess parrots which live in West Australia and the superb parrots of New South Wales.

Do your part. Create habitat in your own backyard. Pick up and deposit rubbish in closed bins. Cut the plastic rings that come off packs of soft drink cans to prevent parrot heads from getting caught in them. Simple everyday things can make a huge difference.

Get involved with the World Parrot Trust, the American Bird Conservancy or other parrot projects.

birding.about.com

www.enchantedlearning.com/subjects/birds

www.visitcanberra.com.au/

www.parrotsociety.org.au

 

The Walk-In Aviary is located at Federation Square, O'Hanlon Pl, Gold Creek Village, Canberra, Australia

Open 7 Days Summer 10 am - 4:30 pm Winter 11 am - 3:30 pm

Admission is charged. Wheel chair access is avaliable.

Phone 02 6230 2044 Fax 02 6254 6369 mob 0414718798