Aims & Objectives

Education about birds of prey, and the threats that they face, is an important part of raptor conservation. No amount of research can be effective unless the results of the projects are shared with the greater public. Neither can conservation methods be successfully implemented unless people know and understand what both the raptors and related conservation projects are all about.

With knowledge comes appreciation and therefore conservation.

One of the primary roles of the African Bird of Prey Sanctuary is to introduce raptors, in all their magnificence, to the general public. People, both young and old, and from all walks of life come away with an appreciation of South Africa's fantastic diversity of raptor after seeing the birds first-hand.

As primary indicator species, birds of prey act as important barometers to the health of our natural environment. Understanding raptors will importantly help us monitor and pinpoint environmental issues in our attempt to ensure long term  conservation bio-diversity