HUNDREDS of captive pet parrots have been released into woods in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, prompting many volunteers and citizens to come to the rescue, as these captive birds are difficult to survive in the wild.

Local departments of wild animal protection have also taken measures to rescue the birds, according to a report by Beijing Youth Daily.

On Oct. 31, a plea for assistance from bird-lovers began circulating online, highlighting the release of hundreds of pet parrots in the Chengdu woods. The news attracted volunteers and concerned citizens who rushed to the site to rescue the captive birds.

By the evening, dozens of parrots, including zebra finches, budgerigars, lovebirds, and more, had been identified by the rescue teams. Volunteers managed to capture at least 100 of the released birds Oct. 31.

Chengdu’s Longquan Mountain Urban Forest Park Management Committee revealed that measures have been taken to rescue the birds, and a patrol and rescue team with thermal imaging equipment has been deployed to locate and assist the remaining birds deep within the woods.(China Daily)