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Parrot Breeding Tip

School Fees Paid & Lessons Learned

Date: 02 April 2026Group: PASA Enthusiasts 1. Getting Started with Birds (Beginners Guide) Key Points: Start small and affordable (e.g. budgies, cockatiels, small conures) Focus on learning before scaling Bird keeping is a commitment, not a quick money-making scheme Passion and love for birds must come first Best Practices: Do proper research on species Understand: […]

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Alien Invasive Specie

Common Myna in South Africa: Status, Impact and What To Do When You Find a Fledgling

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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PASA Member Spotlight: Zaagkuilsdrift Nominated for Birding Life Awards 2026

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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Festive Season PASA

Season’s Greetings from PASA

| 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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The Importance of Producing High-Quality Birds for Export

By Avizandum October 10, 2025 Pride in Breeding Breeding birds is a rewarding and fulfilling endeavor that requires dedication, knowledge, and care. Maintaining high standards in breeding practices not only ensures the health and vitality of the birds but also upholds the breeder’s reputation. Producing strong, well-conditioned birds reflects pride in craftsmanship and contributes to

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FREE!!!!! Stand a Chance to Win a 2-Night Stay at Kanimo Nature Reserve! 

Enter now — it’s totally free! Complete the form:  https://www.jotform.com/build/252864206083558 This exciting giveaway is part of a campaign to raise awareness across Southern Africa about the Rose-ringed Parakeet, an alien invasive species that poses a serious threat to our local biodiversity. Why it matters: Alien invasive species – like the Rose-ringed Parakeet – are not

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National Invasive Species Week from 20 to 24 October 2025

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), in collaboration with the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI), will host National Invasive Species Week from 20 to 24 October 2025. As part of the campaign, an interactive quiz  (click on word to go to quiz) will be available on the official webpage, and a

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