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Have you tried http://www.birdsnways.com/birds/brad3.htm scroll down to Oregon

Oh by the way I'm from Oregon too. Nice to see a fellow Oregonian.

All my greys are females but I don't think Male/Female is better or worse. Also my three greys have been rehomed birds and I'm Lucky to report I haven't had any behavioral issues...Maybe I did have one with my Congo, she came to me when she was 14 months old and she would make this very loud cockatiel call (her previous owner had tiel)but it was 5 times as loud as a tiel..Luckily I totally ignored the call and within a short time she forgot all about making that obnoxious noise. I would say my Timnehs are really a lot less demanding then my congo, and also a whole lot quieter.

Hello and welcome to the forum...Good for you for considering an older bird and giving it a chance in your home. Do lot's of research and good luck in whatever decision you decide.

Hello and welcome back.

All my greys have been rehome birds....I don't think I'd do it any other way. Luckily for me none of them came to me with behavior issues. My first timneh was 3 when I got her, my congo was 14 mos, and my most recent timneh was an abandoned bird found in an apartment by my bro in law...She is so sweet, I've no idea why someone abandoned her. I think when homing and older grey, you kinda know what your getting personality wise right off...and there are so many that need homes. Good luck in your decision.

Hello there. I own 2 timnehs, and 1 congo, all of which are loving affectionate parrot's. Here are a few of my observations with my grey's...My congo is much louder then the timnehs, a bit more stubborn, but a bit more clownish in her play and antic's. My Timneh Granny who I've had for 10 yrs is the best talker, and has taught my Congo much of her extensive vocab. My congo is more prone to making annoying sounds and picking up these sounds and making noise with much gusto. My other timneh is new to us we've only had her 4 wks, but I notice she doesn't talk, but like the congo is keen to many household sounds. All my grey's are excellent mimic's that tend to learn from each other. I've noticed my new timneh this morning is trying to imitate my little green cheek conure, and she's only been around her for a few day's now. Grey's dont miss a beat, and are extremely perceptive of the environment. My suggestion as others here have mentioned is to meet both Timneh and Congo...forget about size and look's and go with the individual that seems to be the best match for you and your girl. All my greys have been 2nd hand parrot's, and all are very individual in personality...Good luck in finding the perfect match

I've seen that hoarders when it first ran last year. I noticed she is here in Oregon not far from where I live..I felt bad for her birds, but I think she feels this is the only thing she has going for her, those birds love her unconditionally.

Hello Megan and welcome to the forum. It's been awhile since I myself have posted here. I have three Greys 1 congo, 2 timneh, I got my first grey about 10 yrs ago which was a little Timneh. I don't think the bonding thing is correct, I've had no problems with my greys bonding to me, although I do have a family my birds seem to know I am the bird person...I do all the care giving & feeding, I'm also the only one that spends quality time with them, so I guess they've just naturally bonded to me. I would say greys are generally more relaxed then your too, and the congo's can be more prone to picking feathers over the smaller timneh grey. I don't know which grey you prefer Congo Or Timneh, but I say meet both and see what you think, they have equal qualities. Congo being a bit bigger is going to be a bit louder, although as parrot's go, I believe the African species to be the quietest. Are you considering a older bird or a baby, All my grey's have been 2nd hand birds and I've had wonderful result's. Good Luck Also wanted to add, congrats on your success with your too, that's great your having good results with feather growth.

Please consider an older grey too. There are so many in need of homes.

Oh very cute..I bet she is going to love it. Warms ones heart to see their baby while they are away. Tina in OR

Thanks for Sharing those are some fun pictures.

I love pictures and these are great. Thanks for sharing..very cute. Tina in OR.

I love it. Great job, and the birds look wonderful on it.

Good for you. Sounds like a wonderful arrangement all the way around. Cant wait to hear more.