Kibibi

:laugh: Good point DanMcQ. :laugh: I may have to add those to the list. Hmmmmm? How about using the Tea leaf method by replacing the tea leaves with droppings?

I have this grey sexing "myth" along with 9 others listed on my site that you might find interesting. You can submit your opinion and see whether other people think this is true or just a "myth". Here's a link if you're interested. http://www.infosuperflyway.com/articles/africangreysexing.php

Every other feather? Interesting... that sounds dangerous. It seems like there isn't any protection for the unclipped feathers sticking out like sore thumbs Does anyone else have a wing clip like that? Also was she allowed to fledge before her first clip? She may have not developed the necessary flight muscles if not.

One of Kibibi's favorite places to perch is on the edge of a stainless steel food bowl holder. It's a very sharp/fine edge and looks very uncomfortable but that is where she likes to perch.

Very cute pic. I wonder if it has to do with them peeking out of their nest as babies? They nest in tree holes in the wild don't they? That would also explain why they don't "poop" inside their "fort" Of course this doesn't explain the behavior of those raised in captivity but it may be an instinctual thing.

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My female Grey is a decent talker. You can hear some of her recordings on my website. http://www.infosuperflyway.com/sounds.php Though my mostly mimics female voices, they can mimic male and female and anything else for that matter.

Bobbing the tail is often a sign of difficulty breathing. If this is happening even when it should be relaxed then it could be serious but it if happens briefly after exertion (flying, flapping, etc) then it may not be anything. It sounds like a vet check-up might be a good idea.

Obviously a male

The feathers are most likely part of the normal molting and/or preening process. Are they the very small, fluffy, down feathers? Small down feathers all over the place is typical of a normal preening Grey. Banana Peel? I'd just give her the banana and not the peel. The general rule is that if you wouldn't eat it then you probably shouldn't give it to them. "Growling" is a sign that they are afraid. Keep strangers a safe distance from her cage to keep her from getting stressed. Everyone wants to get as close as possible to get a better look but you'll be able to tell at what distance your Grey is comfortable at. With time, it will get more accustomed to the "strangers". No you're not being neurotic All of your questions are very good and show that you are a thoughtful caregiver. I'm sure everything will be fine.

Hello and welcome The best advice for any new Grey owner is to take everything very slow. Patience is essential with everything and especially during the early stages of building a trusting relationship.

Hiya Lisa and Isabella

Kibibi sleeps in two places in her cage. One spot is on the highest perch (actually on top of a hanging toy) and strangely enough the other spot is the lowest perch in the cage. I don't know how or why she picks which one on what night :blink:

That's a great link by BMustee and here are a couple more for additional reference. My favorite is :whistle: http://www.infosuperflyway.com/articles/woods.php Here is a good one that has some details about specific woods. http://www.mdvaden.com/bird_page.shtml

Yep, the microwave beep is magic too. Every time it goes off, someone magically comes into the room