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Greetings! Welcome to the Parrot Researchers Group!
We are proud to be a diverse and dynamic group of people working in all aspects of psittacine research.
Parrot Conservation Outcomes Survey
Little is known about what project and species-level factors contribute to positive (and negative) outcomes in parrot conservation. As a result, our group of researchers has created the Parrot Conservation Outcomes survey to collect information on the types of conservation actions undertaken and the characteristics of the target parrot populations to determine what factors are associated with conservation successes. We invite the leaders of current and past parrot conservation projects to participate by taking this ~30 min survey :
https://tamu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2hpZ8VIVqHhQRxQ
Is the Grey Parrot doomed for extinction in Ghana?
THE RELATIVE ETHICS OF KEEPING BIRDS, PARTICULARLY PARROTS IN CAGES IN
COMPARISON TO OTHER FORMS OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY
On the conservation of cages
Please go to the blog page for commentary
The PRG’s primary function is to provide communications amongst researchers. This is not a group for pet owners, aviary, sanctuary or rescue of parrots. There are many other options for those topics, and if the applicant wishes, we may be able to supply pertinent links.
Please join the PRG on Google to access and participate in diverse discussions. There is no charge for membership but your application will be reviewed by the Steering Committee for approval.
The mission of the Parrot Researchers Group
Promoting parrot research across the globe
Establishing research needs and priorities, with particular attention to regional conservation strategies,
Identifying and addressing barriers to effective research and conservation of parrots (Psittaciformes).
The PRG is organized in four regions (African, Australasian, Neotropical, and Indo-Malayan), a Wild Parrot Veterinary Section, Behavioral Ecology Section, and a Secretary Office that coordinates joint work. The Co-ordinators of the regions and sections and the Secretary are elected by all members every four years (last time in Nov 2018).
Parrot Researcher Group Guidelines available by request
Rules:
Applicant has read and understood the pinned mission statements and rules of conduct
Membership will not be considered until the questionnaire/survey is completed
Active members are encouraged to complete this form, to help inform the database and for ease of communications and collaborative efforts.
Dr. Rowan Martin rowan.o.martin@gmail.com
Dr. Kate Carstens kate@wildbirdtrust.com
Dr. Nathaniel Annorbah nd.annorbah@gmail.com
Dr. Johanne Martens j.martens@deakin.edu.au
SAD NEWS! Avin left us from this world on the evening of 17th March, as a result of a relapse of his bone marrow disease.
Avin (Avinandan) was one of our Indo-Malayan Regional Coordinators. He joined the PRG at the very beginning, on 1 July 2011, and, since then, he was one of the most active and enthusiast PRG members. His love for parrots and Nature is a legacy that he left to all of us and to his wife and daughter. Let's honor his memory and commitment by continuing, more than ever in this dire times, our work for parrots and Nature. Both, scientists and conservationists. RIP dear MSc. Avin Deen !
LoraKim Joyner amoloros@gmail.com
Great Green Macaw (Ara ambiguous) collaborative team
New Section!
BEHAVIOURAL ECOLOGY OF PARROTS
WILD PARROT VETERINARY SECTION
Dr. Patricia Latas wildparrotcoalition@gmail.com
Dr. Jessica Lee
Dr. LoraKim Joyner amoloros@gmail.com
Multi-Section COLLABORATIONS in-progress
eBird sensitive species working group
Parrot Outcome Study
Great Green Macaw (Ara ambiguous) collaborative team in conjunction with Loros Sin Fronteras.
SECRETARY
Dr. LoraKim Joyner amoloros@gmail.com
STEERING TEAM
Dr. LoraKim Joyner amoloros@gmail.com
Dr. Patricia Latas wildparrotcoalition@gmail.com
Dr. Johanne Martens j.martens@deakin.edu.au
