Occasionally,some outsiders also find M.A.R.S. a safe haven. Look closely and you will see what I mean. The baby ringneck doves, and the baby screech owl, happy and healthy. Their parents chose great nest spots for them. And let’s not forget our resident iguana Gracie.
Suprise visit from “The Brookshire” residents and staff
A very pleasant visit for M.A.R.S. happened recently. The residents of Melbourne based assisted living facility “The Brookshire” came to call on our avian residents . We know pictures are worth a thousand words, so let them tell the story. Thank-you for such an enjoyable time. We look forward to future visits.
M.A.R.S. Parrot Rescue Welcomes Pineapple Cove Academy
The Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary was asked to host a series of three field trips from Pineapple Cove Academy. We decided to roll it into two groups consisting of 20 for the first visit followed by the second group of 40 children. The purpose of this visit was to of course have fun, but also […]
M.A.R.S. updates, just a little news for those who want to know
First, remember Founders Day May 2nd, we will not be in the park, we will be in front of Apple Spas on Ocean Avenue. This will be a membership drive. Please join the fun! Second, the name chosen for our new quaker is Chomp. He so lives up to the name. His friend will be […]
Mars Parrots in “Florida Today”
We’re proud to announce that we made headlines today! The newspaper “Florida Today”, with a respectable circulation of 92,285 for its Sunday edition, dedicated a story to the Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary. The article titled “Parrot rescue gives birds a second chance” is featured in “Life” section on the paper. And we’re thrilled to say […]