Tracy Aviary
Jacob Bufka has extensive experience in aviculture, currently serving as the Primary Aviculturist at Tracy Aviary since October 2017. During this tenure, Jacob has worked independently and collaboratively to provide care for various avian species, leading individual projects such as developing a shaping plan for training a red-legged seriema and designing exhibits for plush crested jays. Previous experience includes an externship at the St. Louis Zoo, where Jacob gained practical skills in husbandry care and avian management. Jacob holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Lindenwood University and has furthered their education at the Institute for Tropical Ecology and Conservation.