The Exotic Animal Foundation
Proudly Affiliated With Theses Organizations
Upcoming Events
Don’t miss ASA, and OPA’s Annual Educational Conference!
Save the date! Join the Avicultural Society of America in Pomona California, from July 9th - July 13, 2026, for an unforgettable conference featuring world-class speakers and a special trip to to a Mystery Aviary & LA Pet Fair.
Can’t attend in person? No problem! Stream the conference live or catch the recordings later with ASA’s digital package for just $50. Register now at https://www.asabirds.tv and explore all your options.
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American Federation of Aviculture
The American Federation of Aviculture’s 52nd Educational Conference & Avian Expo takes place August 5–8, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri It brings together breeders, keepers, educators, and advocates from across the country.
With 25+ presentations, workshops, vendors, networking, and special events, this is one of the most important gatherings in aviculture—focused on advancing bird care, conservation, and responsible stewardship.
But we know life happens—and not everyone can make it in person.
👉 Don’t miss out on the knowledge.
This year, you can stream the conference live or watch it later with AFA’s Digital Access Package—just $50.
Whether you're attending in person or online, you’ll have access to the incredible speakers and insights that make this event so impactful.
In-Person Registration: AFABirds.org
Online Access: Coming Soon
Join us in St. Louis—or from wherever you are—and be part of the future of aviculture.
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World Parrot Expo 2026 — The Ultimate Parrot Lover’s Event 🦜
Get ready to flock together at the World Parrot Expo, happening September 26–27, 2026, at the beautiful Emerald Downs Racetrack in Auburn, Washington.
This one-of-a-kind event brings together parrot enthusiasts, educators, and experts for a weekend full of:
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🦜 Live birds & interactive experiences
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🎤 Educational workshops and speakers
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🛍️ 50+ exhibitors
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🍽️ Full food and bar service
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🤝 Networking with a passionate community
Whether you're a lifelong bird lover or just getting started, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
Can’t Attend in Person?
We’ve got you covered.
We know life happens—and not everyone can make the trip. That’s why you can still experience the Expo from anywhere with the Flight Club Foundation Digital Pass.
👉 For just $50,
Stream the Expo live
Or watch all sessions on-demand later
You won’t miss a single speaker or moment.
Calling all parrot enthusiasts! 🦜
Get ready for the 27th Annual Parrot Festival in Houston, Texas, happening January 23-25, 2026! 🗓️ Join us for an unforgettable experience with engaging speakers, exciting auctions, and endless celebration of our feathered friends.
Can’t make it in person? No worries! Stream the event live or enjoy recordings later for just $50. Don’t miss out on supporting the National Parrot Foundation’s vital work in education and parrot re-homing. Register now at ParrotFestival.org!
Welcome to EAF
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Hello friends and colleagues, this has been a long-awaited endeavor, but I'm so excited that I get to announce the resurrection of The Exotic Animal Foundation!
EAF has always been a strong proponent of offering educational information on animals both in captivity and in the wild.
We have now expanded the opportunity of offering educational materials to online videos and live streaming opportunities.
EAF is also a proponent of Three-dimensional learning in science education, with programs like XY Zoo and Zoo Genetics Plus+ that take the curriculum role from rote memorization to an active approach, deepening students' understanding through doing science rather than just learning facts.
In the past, we have worked with nonprofit organizations such as Flight Club Foundation, Avicultural Society of America, National Parrot Foundation, Organization of Professional Aviculturists, Bird Endowment, and of course, the American Federation of Aviculture in providing video coverage of their events.
We have also worked with private organizations like Avian Behavior International, The Leather Elves, Avian Summit, Collaborating 4 Avian Wellness, All Species Education Consulting. Real Squawk, Go Wild Avian Nutrition Podcast, and the International Avian Conservation & Education Series.
Why do we need an organization like EAF? We need this organization to help continue offering these services to other nonprofits. Your donations will cover things like digital materials, video hosting/storage, specialized equipment, required softwares licenses, transportation, shipping, remote internet access, and more.
Our desire is not to compete with the organizations that we support but to enhance the services they provide. Those that attend conferences now have the opportunity to rewatch or to manage scheduling conflicts, not to mention those who cannot travel due to physical limitations or even lack of personal to cover your time away from your animal(s).
I hope you join me in celebrating bringing back The Exotic Animal Foundation our newly established 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Thank you,
Nick Pendergrass
President, The Exotic Animal Foundation
