About

Parrots International benefits parrots everywhere

Parrots International is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt, not for profit, organization with the goal of benefiting parrots everywhere by promoting and fostering international cooperation.

Parrots International's ambition is to promote the conservation of endangered parrot species and to improve the lives of companion parrots.

We work in cooperation with other conservation organizations, donors, field research teams, responsible aviculturists and parrot clubs to propose, develop and fund conservation projects throughout the world. We support conservation via aviculture and emphasize "in situ" conservation with the premise that "Conservation Happens in the Wild."

Additionally, we promote the education of the public and parrot owners on the proper care and unique requirements of healthy, happy companion parrots.

About Parrots International — Who we are

Parrots International is an all-volunteer organization. Our Board of Directors involves a diverse team of individuals with a wide range of talents, experiences, knowledge and education. The team is dedicated to the conservation of endangered parrot species and improving the welfare of both companion parrots and parrots in the wild. We are committed to remaining non-partisan, above "eco-politics" and working cooperatively with other conservation organizations for the maximum benefit of the birds.

You will notice there are many photos and videos for sale on our site. All proceeds from purchase of photos and donations for videos are donated to Parrots International conservation projects. You can learn more about that below and elsewhere on our site.

Mark Stafford

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Dr. Mark L. Stafford is the Co-Founder of Parrots International.
A dentist with a conservation background — Dr. Stafford received BA degrees in both Environmental Biology and Environmental Studies.

Dr. Stafford and his wife, Marie, donate their time and resources to travel into the field to visit and evaluate "in situ" conservation projects. They donate their photos and videos to Parrots International as well as donate their time to manage and organize Parrots International. Mark and Marie's photos and video footage of parrots in the wild are displayed on the PI site.

Marie Stafford

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Co-Founder of Parrots International. Marie donates her time, energies and resources to support Parrots International, parrot conservation and field research.

An accomplished photographer, many of Marie's photos can be found on the PI site.