DFFE is inviting public comment on a draft bill that could change how breaches of environmental permit conditions are penalised. Here’s what South African bird breeders and traders should know before submitting comments.
Alien Invasive species are by law prohibited without permits. This means that any individual who owns, breeds or transports these parakeets is required by law to apply for a permit from the Department of Forestry, Fisheries & the Environment. All PASA members are required to submit their Ringneck reports to PASA by 31 March 2026.
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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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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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Raise awareness about and educate South Africans on invasive species
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The Indian ringneck parakeet (Psittacula krameri), also known as the rose-ringed parakeet, is native to Africa and the Indian subcontinent, but has established feral populations in South Africa due to escapes and releases from the pet trade since the early 1900s. Why It’s a Problem: Agricultural Damage: These parakeets feed on fruits, grains, and crops,
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Do you own Rose-Ring Parakeets? Alien Invasive species are by law prohibited without permits. In 2014, the DFFE declared Rose-ringed Parakeets a Category 2 alien invasive or restricted species in South Africa. This means that any individual who owns, breeds or transports these parakeets is required by law to apply for a permit from the Department
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