A Bird Sanctuary or Rescue is the name to describe a residential institution devoted to the care and rehabilitation of animals, birds / parrots whose caretakers are deceased or otherwise unable to care for them.

Flying Colors Bird Sanctuary of NC, Inc. (FCBS) is a 501c3 non-profit that has been rescuing birds in a small facility located in the home of the founder. The maximum capacity is thirty - fourty bird residents, depending on size and space availability. There are several permanent residents, an adoption program, an outreach program, educational videos and events.

FCBS has devoted the past five years to rescuing birds and giving them temporary and permanent homes at the facility with a completely volunteer staff. Last year all services were provided with the help of 3,544 hours of volunteer time. Without the volunteers, this program would not exist. Through continuous research and study, the executive director, Catherine O’Brien has earned her certification in avian aviculture and bird care. The volunteer Board of Directors and Advisor's at Flying Colors work with local licensed avian veterinarians, other local rescues, and public educators dedicated to supporting our mission and promoting public awareness.

Each year Flying Colors receives hundreds of calls. Sometimes the request is for one bird or as many as one hundred and fifty that are homeless or unwanted. It’s impossible to house that many requests. Most appeals are subsequently put on a waiting list.

If you have an interest in avian welfare, adoption, surrender, outreach or educational programs, please accept our invetation to explore this website.


Credits & Acknowledgements
Thanks to .for allowing us to revise some of their web material, and their insight to help strengthen our material to its present, we hope successful, completion.

Special Thanks
Volunteers, Adopting Companion Caretakers, Event Sponsors, and many people that pour their efforts into helping FCBS accomplish their mission. This sanctuary would not be a reality without your help.

FCBS veterinarian Dr.Greg Burkett
Photography / Video Credits 2005 - Current Catherine O' Brien (Exec. Director)
Editor / Director 2005- Current
This web site was built by Aaron Renfroe
Web Maintenance by Catherine O'Brien and FCBS Volunteers

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