Greywings

Congratulations to you both, now do not be surprised if she backslides a bit after the first few weeks. Enjoy all the humor and all those special bonding moments. Goldenfeast is good food just keep offering dark colored veggies as well.

It is a Mandarin Duck they are becoming part of the scene here in the U.S. Mandarin Duck thedctraveler.com The Mandarin Duck, or just Mandarin, is a medium-sized, East Asian perching duck, closely related to the North American Wood Duck. It is 41–49 cm long with a 65–75 cm wingspan. Wikipedia Scientific name: Aix galericulata Rank: Species Higher classification: Aix

Accidents can happen even with out another bird, we have several birds and some get along and some just don't do well with others. Each bird and each home is unique and it would be hard to predict any interaction between the birds. You are doing the right thing by doing some research before you take that step forward. Goffins are fun birds and loud birds and exquisite little narrow focused engineers when they want to take some thing apart, like their cage for instance. Clever and busy little Too's. You might also consider another African species the Senegals a very big personality in a small bird suit, they remind me of the aliens in the coffee break room in"Men in Black". theparrotforum.com The Senegal Parrot is a Poicephalus parrot which is a resident breeder across a wide range of west Africa. It makes migrations within west Africa, according to the availability of the fruit, seeds and blossoms which make up its diet. Wikipedia

I did that same research and still am wondering how the formation of an egg is possible in a male. Not arguing Dave just bewildered.

So there is a rudimentary ovary inside these males?

human error is a possibility, sometimes I just think they enjoy fooling us.

What a great response to treatment-incredible. What a wonderful outcome.

Time will tell how you family will be able to relate with any bird. Greys like us are each quite unique personalities we are suggesting the older bird as her back ground has been a good one the other bird is in an uncertain sort of situation with people who should not have birds at all if they are that clueless. Perhaps the bird would be just fine but with out meeting her we have no way of knowing what baggage she carries. As far as your children if they can show patience (a great deal of), move in non threatening ways (slowly and not from above) show respect for the birds wishes and they may be able to form their own bonds with your new bird. Time and patience and trying to view all the new changes in surroundings, people in their flock, schedules, sights & sounds from the birds point of view will all help.

The 2 year old is in of need a better home for sure and may take time to transition to learn trust, the 8 year old being loved and cared for would be the best fit for you from the sound of things. I do speak from experience as we live with 4 rehomed Greys of varied ages from 24 to approximately 2 1/2 years.

Good day for sure.

Sometimes they pick their own names, funny birds. Welcome here and look forward to hearing more about Taznut.

They are busy beautiful and can be the original angry birds. We have 4 of them at the Sanctuary 2 are gorgeous and 2 are naked except one that has a unibrow. Someone had taught at least one of the to say "Crusher destroyer" very appropriate. I have to wrap my hand and arm just to change their cage paper. Little stinkers enjoy the bite very much. So much personality I know you will enjoy life with Salty.

Nice to see your babies, welcome back.

I am not a pellet fan either, fresh is best. So many good ideas and recipes on this site to give you and your bird a "greyt" variety to try out. Veggies, cooked beans & grains as well as seed and a small amount of fruit. Even a few insects get eaten in the wild and their diet may vary day to day as different foods ripen or become available. I second the Chamomile tea idea you can even put some cooled off chamomile tea into a spray bottle and spray them down. He may always chew or he may get over it with a varied diet, real unfiltered sunshine, lots of baths and plenty to do.

They are both wonderful and challenging, welcome to our Grey world.

I would leave it closed when you are not there to keep him safe from chewing on electric cords, any wood trim or anything else these birds come up with to hurt themselves.

I would not expect too much interaction with the other birds just see if he feels safe at your house. Any change seems to be a big change to these guys.

I think that Greys first job is to teach us all the real meaning of patience. Our job is to offer a safe home, good food, clean water and give them respect for their fears & feelings.

Yay good for her and you!

They are beautiful birds.

Crushing news of your loss. Hope fully knowing what happened will at least let your mind quit the speculating and the self blame issues go by the wayside. Elwood took a piece of your heart with him and you will always carry him in your soul.

6 November 2012 Cockatoo makes his own tools by Will Parker A Goffin's cockatoo (Cacatua goffiniana) named Figaro has been observed spontaneously making and using tools for reaching food and other objects. Figaro, who lives in Vienna, was reared in captivity and animal behaviorists are unclear as to how he acquired his DIY skills. The researchers that documented his tool making abilities, from the Universities of Oxford and Vienna, have published their observations in the journal Current Biology. "During our daily observation protocols, Figaro was playing with a small stone. At some point he inserted the pebble through the cage mesh, and it fell just outside his reach. After some unsuccessful attempts to reach it with his claw, he fetched a small stick and started fishing for his toy," said study leader Dr Alice Auersperg, of the University of Vienna. To investigate further, the researchers placed a nut where the pebble had been. To their astonishment, Figaro did not go on searching for a stick but started biting a large splinter out of the aviary beam. "He cut it when it was just the appropriate size and shape to serve as a raking tool to obtain the nut," said Auersperg. Goffin's cockatoos are not known to use tools in the wild, so the researchers were very surprised to see him fashion his own custom tool. From that time on, Figaro was successful in obtaining the nut every time the researchers placed it there, each time making new tools. "On one attempt he used an alternative solution, breaking a side arm off a branch and modifying the leftover piece to the appropriate size for raking," noted Auersperg. "Figaro shows us that, even when they are not habitual tool-users, members of a species that are curious, good problem-solvers, and large-brained, can sculpt tools out of a shapeless source material to fulfil a novel need," added Professor Alex Kacelnik, of Oxford University. Figaro is unique in his species (and among parrots, generally) in showing this do-it-yourself capacity, according to the researchers. Importantly, they note, after making and using his first tool, Figaro seemed to know exactly what to do, and showed no hesitation in later trials. They speculate that tool craftsmanship can emerge from intelligence not-specialized for tool use. Kacelnik had previously led studies in the natural tool-using New Caledonian crows. One of them, named Betty, surprised scientists by fashioning hooks out of wire to retrieve food that was out of reach. This species use and make tools in the wild but there was no precedent for Betty's form of hook making. "Her case is still considered as a striking example of individual creativity and innovation, and Figaro seems ready to join her," said Kacelnik. "We confess to be still struggling to identify the cognitive operations that make these deeds possible. Figaro, and his predecessor Betty, may help us unlock many unknowns in the evolution of intelligence." My thoughts- Those of us who live with a cockatoo have the knowledge through observation that these guys are mechanical and focused.

Adorable baby, Felix is a Greyt name too..

Please let us know how the surgery goes, those cat whiskers will help him find his way around the house.

Thinking about all of you out there on the East coast and looking at the Weather you may have another good size storm headed your way. Stay warm & know we all care.