The American Federation of Aviculture (AFA) is a nonprofit
national organization established in 1974, whose purpose is to
represent all aspects of aviculture and to educate the public
about keeping and breedingbirds in captivity.
What does AFA do for you? AFA's primary goals are the education
and dissemination of
information related to aviculture among pet owners, hobbyists,
avicultural societies, zoos,
veterinarians, research institutions, the pet industry, &
government officials. In addition,
AFA is concerned about the welfare and humane care of all birds,
and promotes the
establishment of high standards of avian care both in the United
States and abroad.
The AFA also supports your rights to acquire, keep, breed,
and sell birds in a responsible
manner. The organization monitors proposed laws and regulations
at the local, state, federal
and international level that affect your future as an aviculturist
and the well being of birds.
How is all this accomplished? The AFA is primarily a volunteer
organization. Our efforts to
ensure the future growth & development of aviculture are
totally dependent upon people like
YOU joining & supporting AFA. The AFA believes that aviculture
is a valuable conservation
tool and thatthe caring for & breeding of birds in captivity
is an exciting & fulfilling human
endeavor.
Membership Benefits:
The AFA Watchbird Journal - the official publication of
the AFA, filled with articles
covering toimages such as: avain health, nutrition, housing &
care, breeding, species
profiles, conservation, legislative updates and more!
AFA Exotic Bird Registry - one of the only nonprofit registries
for exotic birds in the
world.
Fast News/Fast Ads - a monthly newsletter of up-to-date information
on current events
and filled with nationwide ads for exotic birds & bird related
merchandise. National
Conventions - combining both fun & education, featuring world
renowned speakers, the
latest and newest bird products, exciting behind the scene tours
and YOU, the
member, making AFA convention the MAJOR bird event.
AND SO MUCH MORE!!!
Working Together for the Future of Aviculture
