Central Florida
Exotic Bird Rescue
Enjoying our passion for birds while doing it responsibly.
What’s New?
Here’s What’s Happening
Professional Aviculturists Together Event
Coming Soom | Fall 2024
We all know that Covid affected Aviculture, pet ownership and the number of birds acquired during the pandemic. Today, we are seeing a higher number of bird ownership transfers. We will discuss how we all have a responsibility to manage these pet birds. So, let's discuss it and find solutions that work. This will be an event that you don't want to miss!!
Bird Thefts Discussed
Zoom Meeting
October 2024
Bird Thefts are a real threat in Aviculture and pet ownership. Here we will discuss the current trends, you will hear from current victims and you will learn ways to protect yourself from this very real threat that's looming over our shoulders. Pet Stores, Bird Breeders, Rescues and pet owners are becoming victims of this growing trend. Let's stick together and learn ways to protect our birds.
Adoption Event in Orlando, FL
Coming in 2025
In person event will be held in Orlando, FL where you will enjoy hearing from the greatest Aviculture advocates of our time on various topics like responsible parrot keeping, laws affecting aviculture and your pets, and what we can expect in aviculture in the future. Between federal USDA regulations, Florida Fish and Wildlife and other local ordinances, it is important to stay in the know. We will also have birds for adoption at this event!
Who We Are
During the 2020 pandemic, my friend Alex, working from home, felt the isolation we all experienced during quarantine. To fill the void, he adopted Pookie, a blue-crowned conure from a bird rescue. Pookie, at 20 years old, had never been handled and was separated from his mate. Despite Alex's efforts over a couple of years, Pookie remained distant, behaving like a wild bird and avoiding human contact. As life normalized in 2023 and Alex returned to his workplace, Pookie was left alone, leading Alex to return him to the rescue. Surprisingly, the rescue charged an "intake fee" equal to the "adoption fee." Alex paid, hoping Pookie would find a more suitable home. The rescue quickly posted on Facebook that Pookie was rehomed to another pet home, but sadly, he was up for adoption once again, for the third time.
This prompted us to advocate for change in aviculture, recognizing that not all birds thrive as pets. While some enjoy human companionship, others are happier with their own kind. It's this understanding that led to the founding of The Central Florida Bird Rescue, to ensure birds like Pookie find the right environment, whether it be with people as pets or other birds in aviaries, sanctuaries or zoos.
Established in 2024, the Central Florida Exotic Bird Rescue became a reliable sanctuary for pet bird owners who face the difficult decision of rehoming their birds. Our mission is to ensure the perfect match between each bird and its new home.
Our approach includes:
- Providing a secure environment for surrendered birds
- Quarantining and conducting thorough examinations by a licensed veterinarian
- Performing comprehensive blood tests, with results available upon request
- Evaluating birds with a certified avian specialist boasting over 25 years in aviculture and parrot behavior
- Placing birds in suitable homes based on behavioral assessments (considering children, other birds, pets, etc.)
- Screening potential owners through a detailed application process
- Matching birds with the most compatible owner or family according to screening outcomes
- Mandating follow-ups after adoption, including proof of veterinary care
We stand for trust through transparency, hence our commitment to maintaining an up-to-date website reflecting our practices, policies, and available birds. We hold ourselves accountable to the birds, their owners, and our board of directors, ensuring openness and integrity in our operations. We foster a welcoming, thoughtful space for both people and birds, advocating for everyone's involvement in advancing aviculture and responsible pet ownership, with a strong emphasis on transparency.
Should you have any inquiries or concerns not addressed here, we are eager to provide answers.