During this episode of the Conservation Cast, Maya had the opportunity to speak with Michele Raffin, the CEO, and Chairwoman of the Board of Pandemonium Aviaries. The duo discussed a variety of topics including Michele's journey to bird conservationist, the important role eco-tourism will play in the future of conservation efforts. Another point of discussion was the sudden directional change that the organization underwent from a rescue centre to focusing conservation efforts primarily in New Guinea and the Philippines, through the establishment of a live species bank designed to safeguard the future of these rare and beautiful birds.

Pandemonium Aviaries

Maya’s community raised $578 for Pandemonium Aviaries, a sanctuary, and conservation organization dedicated to breeding rare bird species with the hope of eventually releasing the birds back to their country of origin.