Amigos de las Aves, Costa Rica
Description:
Amigos de las Aves is a Costa Rican non profit organization dedicated to the conservation of the two endangered species of macaws found in Costa Rica. Activity is concentrated on breeding and re-introduction into their native habitat at designated release sites. The Organisation also runs a refuge with various endemic birds.Species:
Scarlet macaw, Great Green macaw, 4 species of Amazon parrot, 2 of Toucan, 2 of Aracari, various small parakeetsHabitat:
Tropical Area.Location:
Central Valley: 10 minutes from San Jose airport.Travel:
Fly to San Josè.Duration:
2 - 3 monthsMin. 1 month at the Breeding Centre - two or more in the field.
Period:
Year round.Long Term:
No long term limits.Volunteers Age:
NDQualifications:
No qualifications necessary - but ‘bird’ experience would be a help. Students in the field of biology preferably for ‘field’ work.Work:
Breeding Centre: feeding, aviary maintenance, perching, cleaning, making toys, playing with babies. In the field: working with biologist in our field research program.Language(s):
English, Spanish helpful in the field.Accommodation:
Homestays: shared facilites or private room and shower in a family home.Cost:
Breeding Centre: US$12-15 per day for accommodation, 3 meals and laundry. In the field: basic facilities and meals.Application:
Via email or by telephone.Absolutely do not show up at ANY PROJECT without adequate e-mail or telephone correspondence, and properly going through the required application process.
Project valid until:
31/12/2010Please directly contact the organisation to apply to this project.
Organisation details
Name:
Amigos de las AvesCountry of Head Office:
Costa RicaSee contact details and more info about this organisation.
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