World Parrot Day

Celebrating 20 Years of World Parrot Day: How World Parrot Trust is working to save parrots in Indonesia This guest blog is contributed by SARCC member - World Parrot Trust, to celebrate World Parrot Day and the people working to save parrots across Asia; written by Charlotte Foxhall and Angela D'Alessio, Regional Manager and Coordinator of World Parrot Trust in Indonesia [Klik untuk membaca dalam BAHA...

From the Mexican tropical forests to the snowy peaks of New Zealand's alpine mountains, parrots captivate us with their stunning beauty and incredible diversity. They come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, and each with their own unique personalities. We love parrots for their vibrant presence and the joy they bring into our lives.

However, our beloved parrots face significant threats. One in three parrot species is at risk of extinction in the wild, and many suffer from improper care in homes. This is why the World Parrot Trust established in 2004 – to shine a spotlight on their plight and rally global support for their protection.

Today marks a special milestone as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of World Parrot Day. We invite you to stand with us, not just today, but every day, in our mission to protect these incredible birds, ensuring they thrive in the wild and in our homes.

You can make double the impact this World Parrot Day by donating to the World Parrot Trust. Every dollar you donate today will be matched up to $5,000 until end of day on May 31,

Your support fuels World Parrot Trust's mission to:
🌱 Fight the wildlife trade
🏞️ Restore their natural habitats
🆘 Rescue and recover endangered species
📚 Educate the public and lead conservation efforts
❤️ Improve their health and well-being

By donating today, you're not just giving – you're becoming a vital part of a global effort to ensure these magnificent birds flourish for generations to come.

Join us in making a lasting impact.
🔗 https://www.mightycause.com/story/Worldparrotday

Thank you for your unwavering support and love for parrots. Together, we can make a world of difference. 🦜❤️

Today the World Parrot Trust is celebrating its 20th annual .

It's amazing to think that back on the first ever there were only 87 kākāpō alive. Twenty years on the population is 247.

The World Parrot Trust and the NZ Parrot Trust provide valuable funding, support and guidance to many aspects of our programme from health and breeding to research and technology. Together with our National Partner Meridian Energy we send them thanks from the deep south of Aotearoa on this special milestone World Parrot Day!

📸 Kākāpō mum Ninihi with chick Joy. Jake Osborne | DOC

World Parrot Day Celebrations Begin in Oceania 🦜🌍

Join us in celebrating around the globe – it's a day early for some of us, but right on time for our friends in Oceania! Let's unite in our love for parrots and our commitment to ensuring they thrive everywhere.

Today, we're spotlighting some incredible parrots of the Oceania region as well as the local conservation organizations working to protect these magnificent birds.

Our mission to safeguard parrots knows no borders.

Stay tuned for special posts featuring Oceania's unique parrot species and the amazing efforts to protect them. Or if you can't wait, check out our Oceania programs here> https://www.parrots.org/projects 🌴🦜

We know who we are voting for ...🤫 Who have you picked to be crowned Parrot of the Year?

The iconic and charismatic Black Palm Cockatoo has all the moves to entice the ladies! 🥁
Learn more about their incredible and unique mating ritual by heading to the World Parrot Trust 's free digital encyclopedia > https://www.parrots.org/encyclopedia/palm-cockatoo

If you've heard of the Kākāpō, you will no doubt love it and if you haven't, then you are about to! 🫶

Also known as the owl parrot due to It's owl-like feathered face, the Kākāpō is the only flightless parrot, but wait, there is more...The Kākāpō is also the heaviest parrot species too!

Check out World Parrot Trust's encyclopedia to discover the 400+ parrot species in the world! 🔗https://www.parrots.org/encyclopedia

Do you love Kākāpō? Then pop a 👋 in the comments to show your love for this gorgeous flightless bird.

Did you know that Parrots have special feet? 🦶 By having two toes pointing backward and two toes pointing forward or zygodactyl. They have a unique advantage, allowing them to have a strong grip and excellent climbing capabilities.

If you want to learn more about parrots, why not check out the World Parrot Trust's website at www.parrots.org

One of our favorite things about parrots is that they live all over the world in diverse habitats and climates! 🌵🌳🌴 What's your favorite parrot and where does it live in the wild?

Have you voted for 'Parror Of The Year' yet?!
We are struggling to choose between all of these beautiful rescued Macaws that call the World Parrot Trust's Kiwa Centre home!

Let us know who you've voted for in the comments 🦜

We’re thrilled to launch our very first "Parrot of the Year" contest at the Kiwa Centre, in honor of World Parrot Day! 🎉

Formed in 2017 by the World Parrot Trust, the Kiwa Centre rescued nearly 200 macaws from harsh conditions. Now, these beautiful birds thrive in a sanctuary dedicated to their care. 🦜❤️

Vote for your favorite rescued macaw and support parrot conservation and welfare:
🔗 https://bit.ly/ParrotOfTheYear

By participating in the contest, not only do you help highlight the importance of protecting these vibrant creatures, but you also stand a chance to win some incredible prizes! The lucky winner will get;

🦜A virtual tour of the Kiwa Centre
🦜Feature in an upcoming issue of PsittaScene magazine.
🦜A symbolic adoption kit of one of our charismatic parrots.
🦜A one-year honorary membership to the World Parrot Trust.

Learn more about each bird by taking the survey and making an informed choice!
Vote by May 31, 2024 to be entered to win: 🔗 https://bit.ly/ParrotOfTheYear

Who else is absolutely THRILLED to start sharing their favorite parrot facts with the world on ? 🦜 Because WE SURE ARE! 🎉

In the days leading up to World Parrot Day, we'll be sharing some of our most favorite parrot facts with you to help highlight our feathered friends! So make sure to spread the word with us and share these facts with your friends and family to get everyone pumped for the big day on May 31st!

🐦🎉 Have you missed us?! Well, we're back with only TWO WEEKS until our favorite day of the year is here—WORLD PARROT DAY! This year, we're celebrating our 20th anniversary, and it's going to be bigger and better than ever!

World Parrot Day, created in 2004 by the World Parrot Trust, aims to spread awareness and highlight the plight of parrots. Since then, it has blossomed into a global movement where people from around the world join us to protect wild parrots, share parrot care tips, and celebrate our love for these amazing birds!

Over the next two weeks, we’ll be sharing loads of parrot care tips, fun quizzes, parrot trivia, and much more! Join us on this special day and make sure to follow the World Parrot Trust to learn more about parrot conservation. Let’s make this World Parrot Day the best one yet! 🌎🦜

Make the most of World Parrot Day by ensuring your parrots at home have the best quality of life! 🏡🦜

Discover World Parrot Trust's free resources on enrichment, nutrition, and care to discover easy tips that can make a significant difference in the happiness and health of your feathered friends.

Click here for free resources> https://mailchi.mp/parrots.org/parrotcare

Let's celebrate by giving our parrots the love and care they deserve!

Happy World Parrot Day! 🦜🥳

Everyone loves parrots for their own reason from sharing their home with them to seeing them fly in the wild, but no matter how it happens, once you open your heart to parrots, you can’t help but have a lifelong love and respect for these incredible birds.

Celebrate World Parrot Day with a gift to parrots!

📚Share and explore enrichment ideas, diet and care tips, and fun activities with fellow parrot lovers > https://bit.ly/WPD_Parrotcare

🎁 Make TWICE the impact by donating to World Parrot Trust > https://bit.ly/WPD_Donate

💪 Rally support and inspire friends and Family by starting a Fundraiser on Facebook on behalf of WPT > https://www.facebook.com/fund/WorldParrotTrust/

Together lets take action and help parrots around the world!

Get ready for World Parrot Day tomorrow by expanding your parrot knowledge! 📚🦜

Dive into the free parrot encyclopedia by World Parrot Trust, featuring entries on over 300 parrots. Discover fascinating facts and insights about our feathered friends.

Free Parrot Encyclopedia >https://www.parrots.org/encyclopedia
Whether you're a parrot enthusiast or just curious, there's always something new to learn!

Let's celebrate with a deep appreciation for these amazing creatures.

Who's excited for tomorrow? 🙌

World Parrot Day was created by the World Parrot Trust in 2004, to raise awareness about the challenges faced by these magnificent creatures in the wild. Through education on proper care and enrichment for our parrot friends, as well as rescuing those caught in the wild bird trade, WPT is dedicated to ensuring the survival and thriving of parrots worldwide.

Join us in celebrating and supporting these incredible birds on by helping spread the word!

One week to go!!
How will you be spending World Parrot Day?? Comment below!

Only 1 week until World Parrot Day. Let's raise our voices for our feathered friends! 🌟
Did you know that the illegal wildlife trade and habitat destruction threaten 1 in 3 parrot species in the wild? But that's not all. Recently caught wild parrots often have to endure horrendous conditions including isolation, no food or water, and being locked in cramped conditions. It's heart-wrenching.

World Parrot Day was started by the World Parrot Trust in 2004 to raise awareness about the issues affecting these stunning creatures and to inspire change for their future.

Join us in making a difference this World Parrot Day by spreading awareness and taking action.

You could make a donation and have it matched, start a fundraiser on our behalf, or share our inspiring stories to rally more people to help parrots! Every action counts. 💚 Together, let's celebrate and support our feathered friends on !

You can learn more about World Parrot Trust and our conservation efforts on our website > https://www.parrots.org/

It's almost here, our favorite day—World Parrot Day! 🎉🦜
To make this day truly special, we invite our incredible supporters to join us in raising awareness and funds for our feathered friends by creating your own Facebook fundraiser on behalf of the World Parrot Trust .

Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of parrots worldwide by ensuring their thriving in the wild and providing optimal care in captivity. Whether you're a passionate parrot lover, a dedicated caretaker, or simply want to leave a positive impact on the world setting up a fundraiser is a fun and meaningful way to get involved, as is helping spread the word and sharing our posts leading up to the big day.

Let's come together and celebrate in a truly impactful way! 🌍❤️🦜
*Check the comments below to learn how to set up your own fundraiser.

Will you take the World Parrot Trust pledge to protect parrots today and help them this ?

🦜 Pledge Today > https://bit.ly/Pledge2parrots

Wild parrots are in need of protection from poaching for trade and habitat destruction, while companion birds require proper care, nutrition and enrichment. By signing the Pledge to Parrots you can make a commitment to parrots by drawing attention to the problems they face and becoming part of the solution.

"I pledge to support wild parrots by raising awareness of threats to their survival like trapping for the wildlife trade and habitat loss. I promise to endorse legislation that protects wild parrots. I also commit to the well-being of their cousins in companion care, to ensure that every bird I encounter is getting the love, attention, and proper nutrition it needs to live a long and enriching life." > https://bit.ly/Pledge2parrots