Educating the
World from the Web

Alveus is a virtual education center following the journeys of our non-releasable exotic ambassadors, aiming to educate and spark an appreciation for them and their wild counterparts.

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What is Alveus?

Founded by Maya Higa

Alveus is a nonprofit organization founded by Maya Higa that functions as an exotic animal sanctuary and as a virtual education center facility to provide permanent homes to non-releasable exotic animals. These animals function as ambassadors, so viewers can watch their journeys, get to know the animals, and gain an appreciation for their species.

Alveus hosts content collaborations where creators can visit and participate in education programs. Combining platforms this way maximizes the impact for spreading conservation messages.

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Maya Higa, with Winnie the Moo resting her head on Maya's shoulder

Ambassadors:

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Stompy!

He is an ambassador for how the exotic meat trade & use of animal products in cosmetics has affected his species and many others.

Georgie!

He is here to teach all about threats to his species and to amphibians worldwide.

Moomin is Movin' In!

He is an ambassador for how the fur trade has affected his species and many others.

Do you want to support these animals?

Donations help Alveus carry on its mission to inspire online audiences to engage in conservation efforts while providing high-quality animal care to these ambassadors.

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Animal Quest

Hosted by Maya, Animal Quest is an educational video series that introduces you to the ambassadors at Alveus. Each episode focuses on a different ambassador, teaching you about their species and their importance to our environment.

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