Limbe Wildlife Centre rescues another 275 endangered African grey parrots

By SIMON NDIVE KALLA The Limbe Wildlife Centre LWC has rescued another flock of 275 endangered African grey parrots. Customs seized the trafficked parrots in the Littoral Region, placing them in the specialised care of the Limbe Wildlife Centre, for rehabilitation. Over the course of 2019, this internationally recognised organisation – the only government-led project in Cameroon with the capacity to provide a high standard of care to wildlife – rescued 379 African grey parrots from traffickers. Currently, LWC has 360 birds under its care. On average, a 6-month rehabilitation period is required before release. The minimal budget required for…