{"id":53,"date":"2017-01-10T19:20:09","date_gmt":"2017-01-10T19:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/?page_id=53"},"modified":"2025-08-23T10:44:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-23T10:44:16","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About World Wide Birds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<html>\n  <head>\n    <title>World Wide Birds<\/title>\n    <script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n    {\n      \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n      \"@type\": \"ProfilePage\",\n      \"dateCreated\": \"2024-07-28T12:34:00-05:00\",\n      \"dateModified\": \"2024-07-28T14:53:00-05:00\",\n      \"mainEntity\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Person\",\n        \"name\": \"Petrus Albertus van Tonder\",\n        \"alternateName\": \"Boegie\",\n        \"identifier\": \"123475623\",\n        \"interactionStatistic\": [{\n          \"@type\": \"InteractionCounter\",\n          \"interactionType\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/FollowAction\",\n          \"userInteractionCount\": 1\n        },{\n          \"@type\": \"InteractionCounter\",\n          \"interactionType\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/LikeAction\",\n          \"userInteractionCount\": 5\n        }],\n        \"agentInteractionStatistic\": {\n          \"@type\": \"InteractionCounter\",\n          \"interactionType\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/WriteAction\",\n          \"userInteractionCount\": 2346\n        },\n        \"description\": \"To provide information about aviculture, conservation and birding for the wellbeing and conservation of birds all over the world.\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Petrus-Albertus-van-Tonder-about.jpg\",\n        \"sameAs\": [\n          \"https:\/\/www.worldwidepets.online\/about\/\",\n          \"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/about\/\"\n        ]\n      }\n    }\n    <\/script>\n  <\/head>\n  <body>\n  <\/body>\n<\/html>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About World Wide Birds:<\/strong> Our mission is: To provide information about aviculture, conservation and birding for the wellbeing and conservation of birds all over the world.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"215\" height=\"196\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Petrus-Albertus-van-Tonder-about.jpg\" alt=\"About World Wide Birds\" class=\"wp-image-9215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Petrus-Albertus-van-Tonder-about.jpg 215w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Petrus-Albertus-van-Tonder-about-50x46.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 215px) 100vw, 215px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Petrus Albertus van Tonder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am the founder and publisher of World Wide Birds magazine that get distributed all around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based in South Africa, my passion for birds can be&nbsp;traced back to primary school, where I spent significant time reading about birds and implemented what I learned. Birds fascinated me and as a keen bird watcher, I spent a lot of time in the bush and gardens, looking to identify any birds from books tak\u00aden from the library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through the years I gained a lot of experience and information about birds. Combining this with my IT knowledge, I am in the position to bring you this magazine. I am focused and dedicated to the well-being of all birds by bringing you information where birds can be happy and healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My aviculture experience:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With more than 40 years of experience in aviculture, I have cultivated a deep understanding of bird behavior, health, and breeding practices. My experience spans:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Breeding<\/strong>: Successfully breeding various species, including African Grey Parrots, Budgies, Cockatiels, Finches, etc., ensuring healthy and well-socialized offspring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I learned a lot with my active involvement at different parrot clubs such as the Pretoria Parrot Club.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Member of the Parrot Breeders Association of Southern Africa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bird Care<\/strong>: Providing avicultural husbandry techniques and top-tier care, including diet management, enrichment, and health monitoring, to ensure our birds live long, happy lives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education<\/strong>: Sharing my knowledge through blog posts, articles, and one-on-one consultations, helping bird owners provide the best care for their feathered friends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Conservation<\/strong>: Actively participating in and supporting bird conservation efforts to protect endangered species and their habitats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"321\" height=\"419\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Parrot-Breeders-Association-of-Southern-Africa-certificate.jpg\" alt=\"Parrot Breeders Association of Southern Africa certificate\" class=\"wp-image-10896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Parrot-Breeders-Association-of-Southern-Africa-certificate.jpg 321w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Parrot-Breeders-Association-of-Southern-Africa-certificate-230x300.jpg 230w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Parrot-Breeders-Association-of-Southern-Africa-certificate-50x65.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 321px) 100vw, 321px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"474\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention.jpg\" alt=\"Active Involvement at the 2016 Cites Convention\" class=\"wp-image-10902\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention.jpg 474w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention-276x300.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention-50x54.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Active Involvement at the 2016 Cites Convention.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention-2.jpg\" alt=\"Active Involvement at the 2016 Cites Convention\" class=\"wp-image-10901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention-2.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention-2-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention-2-768x525.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-the-2016-Cites-Convention-2-50x34.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Active Involvement at the 2016 Cites Convention.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"347\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-Pretoria-Parrot-Club.jpg\" alt=\"Active Involvement at the Pretoria Parrot Club\" class=\"wp-image-10900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-Pretoria-Parrot-Club.jpg 576w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-Pretoria-Parrot-Club-300x181.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Active-involment-at-Pretoria-Parrot-Club-50x30.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">I learned a lot with my active involvement at the Pretoria Parrot Club.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My birding experience:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>I visit a lot of birding sites to photograph birds and to give feedback about the birding experience in blog posts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I actively contribute to the Southern African rare birds report.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"858\" height=\"264\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Southern-African-rare-birds-report.jpg\" alt=\"Southern African rare birds report\" class=\"wp-image-10894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Southern-African-rare-birds-report.jpg 858w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Southern-African-rare-birds-report-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Southern-African-rare-birds-report-768x236.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Southern-African-rare-birds-report-50x15.jpg 50w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 858px) 100vw, 858px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Our Values<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At World Wide Birds, we believe in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ethical Breeding<\/strong>: Prioritizing the health and well-being of our birds, with a focus on responsible and ethical breeding practices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Education and Support<\/strong>: Empowering bird owners with the knowledge and tools they need to provide exceptional care.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Community Engagement<\/strong>: Fostering a community of bird lovers who share our passion and commitment to avian welfare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Join Us on Our Journey<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned breeder, a new bird owner, or simply a bird enthusiast, we invite you to explore the wonderful world of aviculture with us. World Wide Birds is more than just a place to learn about birds; it&#8217;s a community where every bird matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for visiting our page. We look forward to sharing our love for birds with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am the content creator of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@World_Wide_Birds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">YouTube Channel<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldwidepets.online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">World Wide Pets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As I am also spending a lot of time on social media and to distribute the magazine, you are welcome to email me anytime to promote your products and\/or services or just to say hi. (admin@wwbirds.co.za)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"mailto:admin@wwbirds.co.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"159\" height=\"41\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wwbirds.co.za\/dir\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/email-me.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1759\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>World Wide Birds About World Wide Birds: Our mission is: To provide information about aviculture, conservation and birding for the wellbeing and conservation of birds all over the world. 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