Greywings

I use the flat topped one from Bed Bath and Beyond, Just put some rough tape on the flat part so they don't slip and recalibrate.

He looks to be a Molluccan cockatoo perhaps if they do not respond to you approaching them about the lack of shade a clean water (having Toos myself they can trash that clean water very fast) then your next step would be to speak to some one in an animal welfare organization. I am in your general area and will email you.

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they do require more fatty acids than most other Parrots and lots of space, a Hy is one of those birds I might try working with a retired breeder as they are not usually aggressive. I believe you could have some hope of winning him over as long as you are patient and do not try to push him into accepting you. You might meet the bird first and sort of feel out how you feel about each other. It would be a whole new life style to adjust to.

Very good.

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Angel healing will be a victory over that kind of evil, a life saved you have my gratitude.

I would not turn off a breeder because the mention or uses seed mix in a good varied diet. In the wild they do consume seed as well as fruit, flowers, leaf buds some insects and what ever ground roots and veggies they find. It can be a healthy part of a well rounded diet. Variety is the spice of life for them as well as us. There have been recent studies showing kidney and liver damage from too heavy a reliance on pelleted foods, so keep all these things in mind. Kudos to you for doing your research and planning ahead. You will make a good life for what ever Grey grabs your heart.

Confirms my observations for sure-Pookie often calls me with this phrase she already said mommie when she arrived but put these words together herself. "Mommie, come here" I realized she meant that when she says it as she got more and more insistent if she waits too long.

I think the right bird may select you rather than you making the decision all on your own, we will be thinking about you during your journey into the Grey world.

I see a beautiful soul inside that little ragamuffin like the others have said Good food, fresh clean surroundings, frequent mistings or baths, Real Sunlight and a calm safe home will do wonders.

You can use both that way you have a back up if you are not able to get home on your usual schedule there will always be water available.

Adding my two cents-all of our Greys came from other places as adults we have Pookie-Congo Grey 22 years old-I am her person will let other step her up but is a sneak biter sometimes, Gunner-Timneh-17 years old started as a pet then became a breeder lost his mate and became a plucker-the most nervous bird in the house it has taken lots of time to gain some trust-will step up and asks for head scratches but only on his terms, Whisper-Camaroon Grey-unknown age suspect young-Sweet to me, calm with most people amuses, herself very well. At the Sanctuary near my home we have 10 Greys all have different personalities and again the Timnehs seem to be the most cautious of the group. One of the Congo's loves to be at ground level and chases feet with gusto. Hope that gives you an idea of the varied personalities of individual birds rather than subspecies.

You are his Angel-time , healthy fresh foods and calm surroundings are the best things right now. Poor little guy has been through too much stuff altogether! Pulling for him and you in your effort to help make him whole. It will take lots of time but looking forward to reports on his recovery.

That is a GOOD one!!

Sad and sweet all at the same time, fly free little one. All the best to your Dad and you.

20 September 2010 Last updated at 20:57 ET Bird sets record as UK's oldest Arctic tern By Mark Kinver Science and environment reporter, BBC News The previous UK age record for an Arctic tern was 29 years, 10 months and 11 days A sea-bird has officially become the UK's oldest recorded Arctic Tern. It was ringed as a chick on the Farne Islands on 28 June, 1980, making it at least 30 years, two months and 23 days old. The birds typically live 13 years. This bird's record-breaking status was confirmed after it was recaptured this summer on the islands, located a few miles off the Northumberland coast. Arctic terns' 44,000-mile (70,000km) pole-to-pole migration is the longest known annual journey of any animal. The previous UK record was 29 years and 10 months, although the typical life expectancy is about 13 years - primarily as a result of the terns being prey for other predatory birds, lack of food or being caught in storms while at sea. The bird was originally ringed by John Walton when he was a seasonal warden for the National Trust, which owns the Farnes. 'Brilliant shape' Mr Walton, now property manager for the islands, told BBC News he was delighted when he heard the news that the chick he ringed three decades ago was still going strong. Continue reading the main story In detail: Arctic terns Scientific name: Sterna paradisaea Average wingspan of 75-85cm Adults weigh between 90g and 120g Breeds in Arctic and sub-Arctic Like swans, the birds mate for life Lays 1-2 eggs in small ground scrape Feeds on fish and crustaceans Arctic tern's epic journey mapped "This bird would have flown close to one million miles, raised any number of chicks, survived predators and storms and still looks in brilliant shape." The new record only came to light after the information was entered into a database managed by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO), Mr Walton explained, "then this figure pinged out saying 30 years and I thought wow! Ringing - which involves attaching a lightweight ring with a unique identification number around the leg of a bird - is carried out to allow researchers to learn more about individual birds. The BTO says the main purpose of ringing, which started almost a century ago, can offer an insight into trends within populations of bird species. Lee Barber, BTO recoveries officer, said: "This is a great record but something we wouldn't know about if this bird hadn't been ringed. "Without this uniquely numbered ring, we really would have little knowledge about how long Arctic terns live and breed." Although the tern, known as CE60645, has set a new UK record, it is still some years away from claiming the title of the world's oldest Arctic tern that is currently held by a bird ringed in the US and reached the age of 34 years. "Fingers crossed, this bird is good for another four or five years, which would allow us to take the world record from the Americans," Mr Walton joked.

I am late in on this but agree with the suggested larger Conures or Amazon. The Panama Amazon is about the size of a Grey and is some what quieter and easier going than some others in my experience. Respect for your approach taking the time for research and preparation before making the move.

Love that HB found his way into your home, one lucky bird!

What fun!!

Unfortunately true and so very true of many Asian countries as well.

Nice work, I enjoy plant photography also they don't try to eat your camera.

I can vouch for that my three Greys and two Toos are all rehomes or rescues. the Sanctuary I volunteer at has a flock of nine Greys right now and more on a waiting list waiting for aviaries to be funded and built.

Gunner TAG weighs in around 300-307 grams most days. In contrast Pookie CAG Congo stays about 320 and Whisper CAG Camaroon is a big girl 430ish.

She is beautiful either way and I know you will provide the best of everything for her.