Avian Nutrition Summit 2026/Biobirds Diversity
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The Avian Nutrition Summit is dedicated to advancing the science and practice of avian nutrition through evidence-based education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and practical application. This summit seeks to bridge research, clinical practice, conservation biology, and everyday feeding strategies to improve the health, welfare, and longevity of companion and managed parrots.
This event brings together experts in veterinary care, nutrition, aviculture, behavior, conservation, and avian management to explore current research, challenge outdated feeding paradigms, and develop informed, adaptable approaches to avian nutrition. By fostering dialogue across disciplines, the summit aims to translate scientific knowledge into actionable strategies that support both physiological health and behavioral wellbeing.
Participants will leave with a practical set of ideas to immediately implement with their own birds. Participants will include pet owners, veterinary workers, zookeepers, aviculturists, and anyone interested in learning more about improved avian care and management.
Vision Statement
The vision of the Avian Nutrition Summit is to become a leading forum for shaping the future of parrot feeding through scientific rigor, critical thinking, and innovation. The summit strives to promote a holistic understanding of avian nutrition — recognizing the interplay between diet composition, microbiome health, natural feeding ecology, environmental enrichment, and long-term welfare outcomes.
Guided by a commitment to curiosity, transparency, and continuous learning, the summit envisions a global community where:
Evidence-based nutrition replaces anecdotal or outdated feeding practices.
Collaboration between researchers and practitioners accelerates meaningful progress.
Diverse perspectives contribute to a deeper understanding of parrot dietary needs.
Caregivers are empowered with knowledge that supports both physical health and species-appropriate behavior.
Through education, dialogue, and shared discovery, the Avian Nutrition Summit aims to elevate standards of care and inspire a new generation of innovation in avian nutrition.
For those attending in person, a certificate of attendance will be made available digitally post-event.
Speakers:
Dr. Jamie Abete, Avian Veterinarian, Niles Animal Hospital
Sophie Barnett & David Trebus, Certified Professional Bird Trainers, Best Behaved Birds
Dr. Jason Crean, Biologist & Principle Investigator, Animal Nutrition Laboratory, Saint Xavier University & Formulator, Biodiversity Bird Blends
Dr. Caroline Efstathion, Conservation Biologist, Avian Preservation & Education Conservancy
Lara Joseph, Behavior Specialist, The Animal Behavior Center
Dr. Tatiana Tatum, Geneticist & Principle Investigator, Animal Nutrition Laboratory, Saint Xavier University
Megan Victoriano, Curator of Birds, St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
Dr. EV Voltura, Parrot Nutrition Researcher, Schubot Center for Avian Health, Texas A&M University
Register here: https://biobirdblends.company.site/AVIAN-NUTRITION-SUMMIT-2026-p817735206
This event brings together experts in veterinary care, nutrition, aviculture, behavior, conservation, and avian management to explore current research, challenge outdated feeding paradigms, and develop informed, adaptable approaches to avian nutrition. By fostering dialogue across disciplines, the summit aims to translate scientific knowledge into actionable strategies that support both physiological health and behavioral wellbeing.
Participants will leave with a practical set of ideas to immediately implement with their own birds. Participants will include pet owners, veterinary workers, zookeepers, aviculturists, and anyone interested in learning more about improved avian care and management.
Vision Statement
The vision of the Avian Nutrition Summit is to become a leading forum for shaping the future of parrot feeding through scientific rigor, critical thinking, and innovation. The summit strives to promote a holistic understanding of avian nutrition — recognizing the interplay between diet composition, microbiome health, natural feeding ecology, environmental enrichment, and long-term welfare outcomes.
Guided by a commitment to curiosity, transparency, and continuous learning, the summit envisions a global community where:
Evidence-based nutrition replaces anecdotal or outdated feeding practices.
Collaboration between researchers and practitioners accelerates meaningful progress.
Diverse perspectives contribute to a deeper understanding of parrot dietary needs.
Caregivers are empowered with knowledge that supports both physical health and species-appropriate behavior.
Through education, dialogue, and shared discovery, the Avian Nutrition Summit aims to elevate standards of care and inspire a new generation of innovation in avian nutrition.
For those attending in person, a certificate of attendance will be made available digitally post-event.
Speakers:
Dr. Jamie Abete, Avian Veterinarian, Niles Animal Hospital
Sophie Barnett & David Trebus, Certified Professional Bird Trainers, Best Behaved Birds
Dr. Jason Crean, Biologist & Principle Investigator, Animal Nutrition Laboratory, Saint Xavier University & Formulator, Biodiversity Bird Blends
Dr. Caroline Efstathion, Conservation Biologist, Avian Preservation & Education Conservancy
Lara Joseph, Behavior Specialist, The Animal Behavior Center
Dr. Tatiana Tatum, Geneticist & Principle Investigator, Animal Nutrition Laboratory, Saint Xavier University
Megan Victoriano, Curator of Birds, St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
Dr. EV Voltura, Parrot Nutrition Researcher, Schubot Center for Avian Health, Texas A&M University
Register here: https://biobirdblends.company.site/AVIAN-NUTRITION-SUMMIT-2026-p817735206
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5817 Orange Ave S, Orlando, FL 32809, United States
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