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The Gabriel Foundation National parrot welfare organization dedicated to adoption, rescue, education and responsible care

10/13/2026

double, double, toil and squawk! 🧙‍♀️🎃 starring tgf alum lady anna, our favorite little feathered spellcaster! ✨

what are you (or your birds!) dressing up as this year?

🦜Deep in Puerto Rico’s Maricao State Forest, wildlife biologist Raúl Correa heard a commotion coming from a flock of Pue...
10/12/2026

🦜Deep in Puerto Rico’s Maricao State Forest, wildlife biologist Raúl Correa heard a commotion coming from a flock of Puerto Rican parrots. The birds were calling frantically and looking in the same direction…

When he investigated, he discovered a young parrot trapped in the coils of a red-tailed boa constrictor!

Thinking quickly, Correa cut the bamboo stalk where the snake had captured the bird, causing the boa to release its grip. After a day of observation and care, the young parrot was released back into the forest. And the best part? Biologists have since spotted the youngster flying alongside its parents! 💚

There is a larger conservation story here because Puerto Rican parrot (Amazona vittata) is an endangered species found nowhere else in the world. Invasive red-tailed boas, introduced to the island through human activity, have become another serious threat to its survival. This is an important reminder of how human actions can affect entire ecosystems, sometimes with devastating consequences for vulnerable wildlife!

We’re grateful for the dedicated conservationists working to protect these remarkable birds and their future in the wild.

📖 Read the full story from Popular Science: https://vist.ly/5n3rm

At The Gabriel Foundation, our work focuses on the welfare of parrots already living in human care, birds who depend on ...
10/11/2026

At The Gabriel Foundation, our work focuses on the welfare of parrots already living in human care, birds who depend on people for their well-being and cannot simply be released into the wild. But our responsibility to these birds doesn’t diminish the importance of protecting their wild counterparts. Caring for birds in captivity and protecting birds in the wild are two different, equally important responsibilities.

We like to keep things positive around here, but stories like this really ruffle our feathers. 21 living birds, two passengers, & a disturbing discovery at Miami International Airport:

On October 4 and 6, customs officers intercepted two passengers arriving from Cuba with 21 live songbirds concealed beneath their clothing. The birds had been packed into narrow plastic tubes, some made from hair rollers, with small openings for air. Ten were discovered hidden in one man’s underwear, while another 11 were strapped into a makeshift belt…

Among the birds were yellow-faced grassquits, blue grosbeaks, Cuban bullfinches, and Cuban melodious finches. Some belong to protected species.

Wildlife trafficking doesn’t always involve large, exotic animals. Small songbirds are also targets of the illegal trade, and their size makes them particularly easy to conceal. But being small doesn’t make them any less vulnerable. 💔 Confinement in cramped, poorly ventilated containers can expose birds to overheating, injury, dehydration, and extreme stress. Surviving transportation doesn’t mean escaping harm.

Wildlife import regulations help protect bird populations, animal welfare, and ecosystems from the consequences of unregulated trade. Both men were charged with smuggling. Unfortunately, authorities have not disclosed what happened to the 21 birds.

These birds are worth far more than the price someone is willing to pay for them. Their lives matter. Awareness of these stories matter. Understanding how wildlife trafficking happens, why it persists, and the harm it causes is an important part of advocating for the welfare of all birds, whether they live in our homes, in sanctuaries, or in their natural habitats.

Whether a bird lives in the wild or depends on humans for lifelong care, its life and welfare matter. And that is something we here at TGF will ALWAYS advocate for.

Full article in comments.

10/10/2026

A little birdy told us it’s time for a weigh-in! 🦜⚖️

Birds are masters at hiding illness, which makes regular weight checks an important part of keeping them healthy!

A weight gain or loss of 10% from their normal weight warrants a call to your avian veterinarian, and even smaller changes can be worth investigating.

All you need at home is a kitchen scale that measures in grams and a log to track their weight over time. Your avian vet will thank you!

And don’t worry, we’re not judging anyone’s figure. We think every birdy is perfect just the way they are. ❤️

10/10/2026

We had so much fun today at our toy-making event with Endeavour Academy! 🦜💚

A huge thank you to the wonderful students and chaperones who joined us to create amazing enrichment toys for our flock and spend some quality time with our beloved ambassador bird, Hannigan!

We loved sharing the day with you and can’t wait to do it again!

10/09/2026

What’s it like living with a macaw? 🦜

Here’s a little glimpse into life with one of our staff members’ birds! Lots of food theft, absolutely no personal space, and a very large beak that believes everything belongs to it. Including your breakfast. 🍞

Macaws are incredibly intelligent, curious, and persistent birds. They investigate the world with their beaks, and if something catches their interest, they’re not exactly subtle about it.

Life with a macaw is equal parts comedy, chaos, and learning how to stay one step ahead of a feathered toddler with bolt cutters for a face. 😋😋😋 And yes, that means keeping your food (and anything else they shouldn’t have) out of reach!

Our Etsy shop is growing! 🦜You’ll find parrot art, greeting cards, wallets, bags, and naturally molted feathers—with mor...
10/07/2026

Our Etsy shop is growing! 🦜

You’ll find parrot art, greeting cards, wallets, bags, and naturally molted feathers—with more additions on the way, including handmade birdy aprons!

Whether you’re finding a gift or treating yourself, your purchase helps support The Gabriel Foundation and the birds in our care.

Visit the shop and keep an eye out for what’s new:
etsy.com/shop/TGFeathers

10/07/2026

A tree hollow can take centuries to form. It can be destroyed in minutes 💔

There are only a few days left to help protect the endangered cockatoos that depend on them.

Gang-gang Cockatoos and South-eastern Red-tailed Black-Cockatoos rely on mature trees and natural hollows for nesting. Once these trees are lost, they can’t simply be replaced within our lifetime.

The Australian Government is currently consulting on draft Recovery Plans for both species, but submissions close 7 October.

Use our quick and easy tool to call for stronger Recovery Plans that protect critical habitat, fund recovery action and help secure a future for these iconic cockatoos.

Make your submission today: https://birdlife.org.au/help-protect-australias-cockatoos/

🎨 Jess Harwood

10/05/2026

Our special Klatu, the dove with the neurological head tilt, and darling Meep have been adopted. 🕊️💛

These two are so precious, and we couldn’t be happier for them. Wishing Klatu and Meep the sweetest forever after in their new home. 💕

10/05/2026

Casey has officially decided that scritches are a basic human obligation. 🩶

This sweet grey is around 35 years old and came to us with another grey, Gabriel, when their person was no longer able to care for them. Casey and Gabriel do not need to be adopted together and can each find the home that fits them best.

Casey’s current résumé: handsome, experienced, and extremely committed to a good head scratch. 🥹🥹🥹

Interested in adoption? Link in comments to learn about our process and fill out an application!

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39520 County Road 13
Elizabeth, CO
80107

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+13036295900

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