Florida Parrot Rescue M.A.R.S.

Florida Parrot Rescue M.A.R.S. Melbourne Avian Rescue Sanctuary (M.A.R.S.) is a Florida Parrot Rescue non-profit dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, care and adoption of exotic birds.

Adopt a parrot and support our cause with a donation! MARS is located in Melbourne Beach Florida in a 1925 house within a tropical seaside community. We provide boarding, and do wings, nails and beak grooming. We have a program called Birdy Boot Camp, which provides for troubled birds to stay for a month of rehab. We are a complete adoption center but now due to liability and Covid, pre qualification is now a requirement for adoption. It is a simple but necessary process. Thank you for reading.

Very interesting to know. Actual temps here at MARS in Melbourne Bch,versus WeatherBug temps. However, sitting in my kit...
01/24/2025

Very interesting to know. Actual temps here at MARS in Melbourne Bch,versus WeatherBug temps.
However, sitting in my kitchen this AM in my big heavy cozy bathrobe and my Uggs, I totally agree it feels like 37 degrees.
Time to put the heat upstairs on for me. Birds are sleeping snug and warm in case you were wondering.
How are all of you faring this morning?

BIRDIES it’s COLD outside, BUT we want to go out.. Well OK 👌, but not for too long cause your Mama is COLD.They were ba...
01/21/2025

BIRDIES it’s COLD outside, BUT we want to go out.. Well OK 👌, but not for too long cause your Mama is COLD.
They were barely fazed by the drop in temps. Woody not at all, Gizmo, well, yes he was after a bit. Love these two Too’s.

01/19/2025

Mango in his new home, just snagged this video. He is happy.

01/16/2025

Just deleted the air fryer recipe in case any one saw it
I was excited about a bird treat but that treat can be done in a toaster oven I bet.
Was brought to my attention air fryers can be toxic to birds.

GOOD NEWS, You must all be keeping your fingers crossed for Mango in his new home. So far so very good. They are happy, ...
01/15/2025

GOOD NEWS, You must all be keeping your fingers crossed for Mango in his new home. So far so very good. They are happy, and he is happy.
There is a video I will try and grab it for you as well….

01/13/2025
I just had to share this picture of our sun goddess Daisy 🌼 She was serving major posh lady vibes, looking like she’s dr...
01/13/2025

I just had to share this picture of our sun goddess Daisy 🌼 She was serving major posh lady vibes, looking like she’s draped in a fancy fur stole to keep the chill away. Isn’t she fabulous? 🤍

01/13/2025

Jake was the star of the show on Saturday, although we didn’t catch his best antics on video. Dusty, Daisy, Woody & Giz all had plenty to say as well, while Peaches is the one you can hear in the background pretty much the whole time 🧡

Meet Yoshi, currently being fostered and waiting for his human to find brighter days. Sometimes life takes unexpected t...
01/13/2025

Meet Yoshi, currently being fostered and waiting for his human to find brighter days. Sometimes life takes unexpected turns, and even the strongest of bonds can face challenges. Recently, a man came into the rescue, heartbroken, to surrender his beloved red masked conure of 14 years. It wasn’t a decision made lightly — it was one made out of love and necessity as he works to get back on his feet.

We see stories like this far too often, and they serve as a reminder of the deep connections people share with their feathered friends and the hardships that can make separation unavoidable.

To everyone who has ever had to make the difficult decision to say goodbye for your birds well-being, know that your love and courage did not go unnoticed ❤️💚

01/11/2025

Heather is so happy getting this wonderful attention from Rebecca and Daryl. Listen to her laughter at the end. Joyful!

The Macaws playpen prior to throwing and chewing and destroying. What a mess they make and they love doing so..
01/09/2025

The Macaws playpen prior to throwing and chewing and destroying. What a mess they make and they love doing so..

New feathered one just came into MARS. Name is Binky, 25 ish years old. Alexandrine parrot. Larger than the Indian and A...
01/05/2025

New feathered one just came into MARS. Name is Binky, 25 ish years old. Alexandrine parrot. Larger than the Indian and African Ringnecks. Need to do some rehab, dietary changes, good bath, and just all around letting Binky know everything is going to be alright.

Heather, Umbrella Cockatoo, in her 30’s, is now a MARS permanent resident. A very special surprise was in store for Heat...
01/05/2025

Heather, Umbrella Cockatoo, in her 30’s, is now a MARS permanent resident.
A very special surprise was in store for Heather this past Thursday, a visit from Rebecca and Daryl.
Heather loves them and they totally love her. This amazing couple had Heather for some time. Their bond is apparent, but situations do, and did change. They visit as often as they can. I am sure Heather wishes it was a lot more.
A big shout out to them, and many thank you’s to all their love and support.
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12/31/2024

As 2025 approaches, let’s take a moment to look back at 2024. From our long-term flock members who call this place home, to the birds we’ve had the joy of rehabilitating and rehoming, it’s been a journey full of highs and lows.

We’ve celebrated happy moments of finding forever homes and mourned the bittersweet goodbyes. Through it all, the dedication of our volunteers, and the unwavering support of our donors have made it all possible.

Here’s to every feathered friend who has touched our lives and to a future filled with hope, compassion, and new beginnings. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. May 2025 bring even more love and joy to our flock and yours 🤍✨🪽✨

https://marsparrots.org/donations/

Gizmo giving me some serious attitude when it was time to go inside. Have to remember to always take Woody first, then G...
12/30/2024

Gizmo giving me some serious attitude when it was time to go inside. Have to remember to always take Woody first, then Gizmo steps up easily.
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418 Ocean Avenue
Melbourne Beach, FL
32951

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+13217258800

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With bad weather on the horizon, we made sure to get the birds out early yesterday for some much-needed playtime and fresh air. After their baths, they were so happy, chattering and preening away—each feather perfectly fluffed! 🐦✨To make the day even more special, we had a visit from our beloved Angel. She holds a forever spot in our hearts and reminded us how precious these moments are. 💞 #cockatoolove #melbourneavianrescuesanctuary #adoptdontshop #rescueparrots #nonprofitorganization #rescuebirdsarethebest #marsparrots #rescueparrotsofinstagram #RescueRehabRehome #cockatoolife #melbournebeachfl #parrotsofinstagram

Mango in his new home, just snagged this video. He is happy. #adoptdontshop #rescueparrots #melbourneavianrescuesanctuary #floridaparrotrescuemars

Jake was the star of the show on Saturday, although we didn’t catch his best antics on video. Dusty, Daisy, Woody & Giz all had plenty to say as well, while Peaches is the one you can hear in the background pretty much the whole time 🧡 #marsparrots #melbourneavianrescuesanctuary #adoptdontshop

Heather is so happy getting this wonderful attention from Rebecca and Daryl. Listen to her laughter at the end. Joyful! #melbourneavianrescuesanctuary #adoptdontshop #marsparrots

Reflecting on a Year of Feathers, Friendships, and Growth 🤍🪽
Reflecting on a Year of Feathers, Friendships, and Growth 🤍🪽

As 2025 approaches, let’s take a moment to look back at 2024. From our long-term flock members who call this place home, to the birds we’ve had the joy of rehabilitating and rehoming, it’s been a journey full of highs and lows. We’ve celebrated happy moments of finding forever homes and mourned the bittersweet goodbyes. Through it all, the dedication of our volunteers, and the unwavering support of our donors have made it all possible. Here’s to every feathered friend who has touched our lives and to a future filled with hope, compassion, and new beginnings. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. May 2025 bring even more love and joy to our flock and yours 🤍✨🪽✨ https://marsparrots.org/donations/ #MARSparrot #AdoptDontShop #RescueRehabRehome #ParrotRescue #RescueBirdsAreTheBest #MelbourneAvianRescueSanctuary #FloridaParrotRescueMARS #FeatheredFriends #CompassionInAction #NewYearHope

Today was simply glorious with the birds 🤍 Seeing them so content is a privilege I never take for granted. Their joy, curiosity, and yes even quiet moments remind me of the beauty in simplicity and connection. Instead of adding music or edits today, I want to let their voices speak. Their natural sounds tell their own story—no filter needed. Grateful for these feathered friends and the peace they bring into my life. 🪶✨ #melbourneavianrescue #marsparrots #parrotadoptionflorida #cockatoo #adoptdontshop

Elliot,aka Birdo…. Happy boy, happy birdy parents. Thank you to both of you for adopting Elliot and giving him the time to let you see how special he is. #adoptarescue, #marsparrots, #melbourneavianrescuesanctuary, #rescueparrotsofinstagram, #parrotsareawesome

Sending many good wishes to your flock from ours for a safe & happy holiday season 💚✨❤️#melbourneavianrescue #parrotadoptionflorida #marsparrots #rescuelife #adoptdontshop #parrotrescue

Mush face Rudy African Grey. Enjoying New mom’s sweet potato dinner creation.

Breezy (Maui), getting his first bike ride of many more to come… when you go faster he giggles a lot and I remember loving to do that with him around the church parking lot when he was here at MARS.

OK ALL, is this the guiltiest looking squirrel ever…. Someone brought us a partial bag of roasted peanuts. You guessed it this little one got the bag off the table and went wild… I heard the sound of a crumpling bag from the barn where I was working and got this video.

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