Welcome to MAARS!

 
 
 
 

Together we can elevate avian care!

Providing life-changing care and environment for special needs avian species in Minnesota. 


Our History

Since  the founding of MAARS in July 1999, almost 1500 unwanted  parrots have  come through our doors. More than 1400 birds have been successfully placed into permanent homes. We’ve consistently grown since then, all thanks to the helping hands of this amazing community!

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Our Team

Our amazing team of regulars and part-time volunteers are committed to helping all captive parrots. We take our convictions and turn them into action. Think you would be a good fit? Get in touch for more information!

 

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Our Mission

MAARS’ core function is to care for our flock at our facility, The Landing. Our primary mission is to educate the public, people who already live with parrots, and the veterinary community about the issues that face captive parrots. 

 

Help Us

Check out our unique gifts featuring the MAARS flock

All proceeds from purchases go directly to help support the MAARS birds - it's a win/win!

Painting Cards

Original Paintings

2026 Flock Calendar

Lucky

Prints

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Today at MAARS: Phil

Today at MAARS: Philippe watches Bizzy and Sassy create chaos searching for the Easter Bunny ... See MoreSee Less

16 hours ago
When choice is taken

When choice is taken away, parrots don’t become easier! They lose ways to cope. In the wild, they’re constantly making decisions that help them feel safe and regulated. In captivity, removing those choices builds pressure.That can look like biting, screaming, withdrawal, or repetitive behavior. These aren’t “bad” behaviors. They’re responses to a lack of control. Choice gives parrots a voice. Without it, that voice gets louder. #MAARS #Parrots #Sanctuary #Cockatoos #Nonprofit ... See MoreSee Less

2 days ago

Find us here on GFAS website! sanctuaryfederation.org/sanctuaries/maars-midwest-avian-adoption-and-rescue-services/ #MAARS #parrots #sanctuary #cockatoos #Nonprofit ... See MoreSee Less

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