Sylvan Heights Waterfowl Park in Halifax County has had catastrophic damage from the recent snowstorm that swept up the east coast over the Christmas weekend. A number of its Aviary Cages have collapsed under heavy snow and ice buildup killing a number of birds, trapping and injuring others and allowing some to escape.
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Other zoo’s and parks are sending volunteer crews to help rescue birds and rebuild the damaged cages. Sylvan Heights is requesting monetary donations as well as live Christmas trees ;

For the moment, birds have been relocated into unaffected aviaries and temporary pens have been built while repairs are being made. If you would like to help, the park could use live Christmas trees as cover and sight barriers to help these relocated birds adjust to their new surroundings and provide shelter. So rather than leave your trees by the curbside this year, please consider donating them to us. To donate your tree, please call 252-826-3186.

I’m sure any assistant you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Will update as the story develops.

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