| Here at the aviary we deal mainly with raptors. Brahminy Kites, Crested Serpent Eagles, Philippine Hawk Eagles, Scop Owls, Grass Owls, and the occasional Osprey. To date the center has done more than 26 releases back to the wild.The release of two Brahminy Kites in Oct. 2005, is still being monitored and the 2 Kites are still in the release area flying free as they should be. Rescues are given the best possible care from medical to food. They are trained to regain flight and the ability to capture and eat their on food. All birds to be released are banded and all vital statistics recorded and forwarded to DENR. Some birds can take up to 4 months of twice daily handfeedings before they are weaned off to feed for themselves. It is an adruous task, but done with love and compassion in hopes of return to the wild. Unfortunately some are not able to be returned to the wild due to medical problems or disabilities that would prevent them from being able to fend for themselves. These birds are therefore lifelong residents of the center. They are still given the best of everything and are used for educational purposes, or transferred to other wanting facilities for their education and breeding programs. Unfortunately, with the cost of food, workers, the lifelong residents, and limited resouces, it is virtually impossible for expansion. Nonetheless, Quality of Care is the number one priority and will allways remain so. |
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| The mission of Casper and Friends Aviary is to Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Release, back to the wild, any endemic wildlife that was meant to roam free. In the instance where release is not feasible, then the highest quality of lifelong care shall be given at whatever cost. It is also our mission to educate the general public in the areas of protecting our national wildlife for future generations to enjoy. To stress the importance of each individual species to the eco system, to educate the general public on the diversity of species endemic to the area, and the impotrance of protecting them. Be it a group or one individual, if we can make an impact, then that is one more person educated to help our cause. Most importantly is to stop the illegal hunting, trading, and exploitation of precious endemic wildlife for personal gain, and to sress the importance of eco-tourism as a more viable means. |
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