WORLD PHEASANT

The World Pheasant Association (WPA) was founded in 1975 by a group of aviculturists and sporting enthusiasts who wanted to do more for the birds than just keep them. From the start, WPA was supported by Dr Jean Delacour who agreed to become our first president on the condition that we embrace all Galliformes... WPA work around the world to conserve and protect Galliformes and their habitats. Much of this work involves studying populations of species and their environments, and has resulted in the establishment of protected areas and national parks. Whilst also educating and raising awareness in local communities about the importance of bird species and their habitats. We also work with private breeders and zoos around the world through Taxon Advisory Groups, the Conservation Breeding and Aviculture Group and the European Conservation Breeding Group. These groups aim to promote good husbandry techniques and establish genetically viable populations in captivity, which can be used for..

Also known as: World Pheasant Association, WPA

Registration numbers: 1181022 (W)

Primary location: Warrington United Kingdom