Buying birds at PASA-auspiced auctions provides buyers with a level of protection, transparency, and confidence that is rarely found in private sales or informal auctions. Governed by the structured guidelines and oversight of the Parrot Breeders Association of Southern Africa (PASA), these auctions are designed to safeguard both buyers and the birds while upholding high
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The Kalahari Bird Club hosted its very first auction in 1999, and since then this much-loved event has taken place every year, with the only interruption being during the Covid lockdown period. Join fellow parrot enthusiasts and breeders for a memorable auction combined with true Kalahari hospitality. A unique opportunity to network, showcase, buy, sell,
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The Common myna (Acridotheres tristis), also known as the Indian myna, is one of the world’s most invasive bird species and poses a serious threat to South Africa’s indigenous biodiversity. Originally native to southern and south-eastern Asia, the species was introduced to South Africa around 1900 and has since spread widely across the eastern parts
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The PASA Member Spotlight celebrates the achievements of PASA members across the aviculture industry. Have you reached a milestone or made a positive impact? Do you know a PASA member whose work deserves recognition? Share the full details with Geraldene. Help us highlight the people who inspire our community. PASA believes in recognising success. You
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PASA Celebrates a Proud Member The Parrot Breeders Association of Southern Africa (PASA) proudly celebrates PASA member Alex Hattingh. Zaagkuilsdrift Bird Sanctuary and Lodge has earned a nomination for the Birding Life Awards 2026. This recognition reflects dedication, passion, and years of hard work. A Sanctuary Built on Passion Zaagkuilsdrift is about people. It represents
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The Parrot Breeders Association of Southern Africa (PASA) is proud to announce CT Couriers as an official PASA Service Partner, strengthening our commitment to providing trusted, professional services to our members nationwide. CT Couriers has built a solid reputation as one of South Africa’s most reliable and dependable courier companies, known for their professionalism, efficiency,
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| Promoting Responsible Aviculture in South AfricaDear PASA Members, As the year comes to an end, the Parrot Breeders Association of Southern Africa (PASA) would like to thank all our members for their continued support and commitment to responsible bird breeding, ethical aviculture, and conservation in South Africa. Throughout 2025, PASA has focused on education,
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Invitation to Participate Dear Participant, You are invited to take part in a research study titled “Public Perceptions and Distribution of Non-Native Rose-Ringed Parakeets (Psittacula krameri) in Gauteng Province, South Africa.” About the Research Team Dr Tinyiko Shivambu from the University of South Africa (UNISA), College of Environmental and Agricultural Sciences, Department of Environmental Sciences,
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PASA at CITES CoP20 marks an important moment for South African aviculture. The Parrot Breeders Association of Southern Africa (PASA) will represent all South African parrot breeders at the 20th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to CITES. The conference will take place from 24 November to 5 December 2025 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. This
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For the German form please follow the following link: https://forms.gle/TtLewnqiBdoTVfbo8 (Deutsche Version) The objective of this google form is to compile the reproductive parameters of each species and subspecies belonging to the different genera of true “macaws” (Anodorhynchus, Orthopsittaca, Primolius, Ara, Diopsittaca). By sharing your data, you will help us to improve our understanding of the breeding biology of these magnificent
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