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Welcome to MAARS!

 
 
 
 

Together we can elevate avian care!

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

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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. 

 

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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!

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Painting Cards

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Original Paintings

MAARS 2026 Calendar Coming Soon 
2026 Flock Calendar

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Lucky

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Prints

Meet the Flock

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PlayParrots Intelligence

Philippe has been at the landing for more than 20 years! During this time, he has mastered the skill of opening doors, demonstrating the high intelligence of parrots. Their cognitive abilities are on par with those of young children, as evidenced by their knack for problem solving, using tools, and comprehending concepts such as color and shape. #MAARS #parrots #Sanctuary #cockatoos ... See MoreSee Less

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Like Winston, the human and avian flock at MAARS are thrilled with the generous supporters on Give to the Max Day. We are so very grateful for your generosity.🥰 Thank you for thinking of us!

Like Winston, the human and avian flock at MAARS are thrilled with the generous supporters on Give to the Max Day. We are so very grateful for your generosity.🥰 Thank you for thinking of us!Winston and his amazing crest ... See MoreSee Less

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Give to the Max ends at midnight tonight! “MAARS was founded to absorb the astronomical influx of parrots that are abandoned in the Twin Cities. We specialize in caring for seriously challenged birds that have no chance of getting adopted. We’re one of very few refuges in the country that can accommodate them comfortably and humanely. If you can help our flock of about 100 mostly special needs birds, please click here: https://give.mn/611y7f

Give to the Max ends at midnight tonight!
“MAARS was founded to absorb the astronomical influx of parrots that are abandoned in the Twin Cities. We specialize in caring for seriously challenged birds that have no chance of getting adopted. We’re one of very few refuges in the country that can accommodate them comfortably and humanely." If you can help our flock of about 100 mostly special needs birds, please click here: give.mn/611y7f ... See MoreSee Less

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