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zoological societies in closely monitored breeding programs for endangered 

 species . 



There is a prevalence of ambiguous information being communicated to 

 aviculturists in this country (see enclosed article and advertisement) , which 

 has resulted in confusion, misunderstanding, and antagonism toward the WBCA. 

 The majority of aviculturists are in favor of protecting the exotic birds from 

 non-regulated importation. They recognize the conservation and cruelty 

 issues. However they are apparently under the mis- impression that birds 

 brought into their facilities before the Act was implemented are subject to 

 burdensome record keeping and mandatory marking. Additional misunderstanding 

 concerns alleged plans by the WBCA to iit^ose additional restrictions on 

 domestic breeding facilities; yet the WBCA concerns solely foreign facilities. 

 Many aviculturists fear they will loose their birds if the WBCA is not 

 weakened. Many aviculturists are currently responding to Congress based on 

 these misunderstandings. 



Please do not weaken any amendments. The Act is still young and the 

 wild birds need full protection. 



I, personally, take full responsibility for this testimony. It does not 

 necessarily represent the views of any organizations or institutions with 

 which I am affiliated. 



Sincerely, ' 

 Patricia Wainright, 



