Welcome to the MySpace companion of gbwf.org, the internet resource for enthusiasts of Galliformes (Game Birds) & Anseriformes (WaterFowl). Celebrating our eleventh year in 2008, gbwf.org promotes conservation through aviculture, awareness of endangered species, husbandry education and interaction with fellow enthusiasts worldwide. The gbwf.org Avicultural Forums is our most popular feature with discussion of all types of bird husbandry and conservation topics from pheasants, softbills and finches to domestic poultry, waterfowl and ratites.
The order of Galliformes (the order of birds that includes pheasants, peafowl, francolin,
partridge, quail, grouse, turkey, guineafowl and cracids - more commonly referred to as
game birds) is hit with the stigma of "game", yet many species are closer to extinction than the popular "mega" species, but are largely ignored by zoos and most aviculturists. gbwf.org promotes responsible animal ownership and conservation through aviculture. gbwf.org is NOT a hunting organization and we do NOT promote rearing of Galliformes for consumption. gbwf.org is dedicated to the preservation of this order through captive breeding and conservation initiatives. A responsible aviculturist is one that keeps and breeds birds in as a natural setting as possible, enriching the lives of the birds in their care and providing the absolute best care possible. Our aviaries may be the last sanctuary for a number of these species.
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