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Growing Seeds of Hope for the Cape Parrot

May 13 2024 By Paper Pledge paper, pledge, parrot, forest

A woman in her 70s is doing all she can to help re-establish the endangered Cape parrot's habitat, while simultaneously earning an income. A single seed in Nozibele Mphothulo's hands brings with it hope to save the critically endangered Cape parrot. Affectionately known as Mamma Evelyn, Mphothulo is a tree grower at Siyazama Nursery in Sompondo, near Hogsback in the Eastern Cape. She is part of non-profit organisation Wild Bird Trust's Cape Parro...