Conservation

The Parrot Zoo is recognised around the world for the extensive work we do in rehabilitating Psittacines from all situations. However, as a UK registered zoo we also have an obligation to assist in the far wider problems of the species. There are over 334 recognised species of parrot and more than 30% of them fall under some form of protection as endangered species. This number is increasing annually and therefore we, as a group, feel committed to proceed into the world of conservation by both assisting programs that are already in existence and by initiating our own programs. Interestingly enough, our intentions are to assist our local wildlife as well as international concerns. We are presently in the process of developing a Nature Reserve in order to promote life within our local environment.

The amount of land around the world that is allocated for the protection of any type of flora or fauna is very small. In most parts of the world many species are threatened and becoming rare due to human activities.

Correctly run zoos see their primary roles as providers of education and conservation. They will also carry out some form of study of animals in captivity as well as getting involved in field work protecting animals in their natural habitats.

We sometimes wonder how can animals disappear from our word in this day and age but they can and they do. The Spix's Macaw is now categorised as extinct as there are no more left in the wild yet up to 80 in captivity. Through a major push from 2 main international zoos, ALWABRA and LORO PARQUE there is a glimpse of light on the horizon with their successful breeding programs of this stunning creature which instils in all of us that 'where there's life, there's hope'. This is why the Parrot Zoo along with the Charity The National Parrot Sanctuary Trust have initiated the Captive Parrot Conservation Program in order to assist parrots both in captivity as well as in their natural habitats. Please click here for more details.