Every once in a while Macaws come into Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary that were someones loved and valued pets. We have learned that so many circumstances can lead to the necessity for surrendering an avian to M.A.R.S.     Some of those reasons we now understand, are primarily life changes. Divorce, death, sickness, and simply the inability in certain situations to continue to provide care […]
Parrot Adoption
For Adults Only.
  Upon many occasions our exotic bird rescue brings in simply amazing birds that are relinquished to M.A.R.S. for future adoptions. Such is the case with our Umbrella Cockatoo pictured here. His name is Marchello.  We had high hopes for him to become a favorite addition to a loving family. He has all the amazing qualities a really good Cockatoo […]
A new twist on Shakespeare.
Romeo, Romeo, Romeo, where for art thou Romeo??? Trust me Juliet, I promise you that I am in this picture somewhere!!! How do I get into your new place anyway??? Honestly Juliet I would have settled for a simple nest of some sort, or a box or!!! Chomp and Bite are still available for adoption […]
Hours of Operation information.
Here at Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary (M.A.R.S.), our visitor area is located entirely outside. Because of this unique venue, you can experience the exotic birds in a more natural setting. They play in trees, they free fly, and they can interact with each visitor to the rescue, one on one. We invite you to visit and visit often. Please note that due to the […]
Peaches, Moluccan with a heart of gold.
Peaches is a wild caught Moluccan. He has resided here at M.A.R.S. for a number of years. He had one previous owner. We recenly placed Peaches on the adoption list and hope to find him a loving forever home. He would love to have fresh cooked home food and lots of treats. He loves affection and […]