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Our July edition of Wings & Wild Things is now available! This month, we share the stories behind another busy month at Belize Bird Rescue, including remarkable rescues, successful releases, and the many different journeys that bring birds into our care. Inside this issue you'll meet a determined little parrot called Wonky, discover how a recovering aracari helped another youngster return to the wild, learn why healthy fledglings don't always need rescuing, and follow the man

What we’ve learned from the birds that come through our care It starts with a call - there’s a confiscation, a surrender, or an escaped pet. A bird that was once loved – and often still is. But people change, circumstances change, situations change, sometimes it’s the bird who has changed – screaming, biting, plucking, attacking, or becoming withdrawn, depressed, or unwell. Often here in Belize, the owner comes to the realisation that the bird deserves a chance to be free.

Belize Bird Rescue is currently seeking a Skilled Handyman & Groundskeeper to join our team at our facility in Roaring Creek, Cayo District. This is a full-time, hands-on role focused primarily on maintenance, groundskeeping, enclosure building, and light construction, helping to keep the rescue running smoothly day to day. The position also includes some involvement in basic bird care when needed. We are looking for a practical, reliable individual who is confident using too

A juvenile Grey Hawk was rescued after a window strike. Thanks to quick action and supportive care, he recovered from head trauma and was safely released back into the wild – a reminder of how common and preventable these incidents can be.

Newly arrived baby parrots a Belize Bird Rescue

February was a quieter intake month at Belize Bird Rescue, but it was still full of important rescues and hopeful progress. We welcomed 11 new patients, including raptors, waterbirds, parrots, and our first baby mammal of the season. During the month, our team also handled 12 hotline calls and successfully returned 21 birds to the wild — including 18 parrots taking their first flights back to freedom. Some standout stories this month include a touching red-lored parrot reunio

Our February newsletter has just flown out, and it’s packed with stories of rescue, release, and second chances. This month, we share the journeys of several birds who made it back to the wild – including a magnificent frigatebird rescued just before Christmas, a road-stunned white-fronted amazon, and even one of our previously released parrots who needed our help a second time. You’ll also find a look behind the scenes at life at the sanctuary, an update on the birds curren

The final deadline to apply for a Captive Parrot Permit under the Belize Forest Department’s captive parrot licensing programme is fast approaching. This government-led initiative allows people who have long-term, wild-caught parrots in their care to apply for a legal permit so they can continue caring for these birds in compliance with Belize’s wildlife laws. Belize Bird Rescue is assisting with resources and guidance for applicants, but permits are issued and administered