Nearly a million birds shipped from Africa to Asia in 15 years; canaries top the list

Mongabay
Apr 15, 2026, 11:04 am124 ptsTrending
Worldwide, people buy and hunt nearly half of the 11,000 bird species in existence. In Asia, Europe, and North and South America, songbirds and parrots are highly desired pets. Collectors pay exorbitant sums for rare species or melodious birds to compete in high-stakes singing competitions. Falconers and sport…

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