A Grey found in UK back in janurary

[danmcq]

This is an interesting story. It is a wonder this Grey survived and also explains why excaped Parrots sometimes fly and fly and fly. This was one lucky Grey to have been found by a very patient teacher. There was no update, so I have no idea if this poor Grey was ever claimed:

 

African Grey parrot found at Leverton Junior School

6:05pm Tuesday 26th January 2010

 

It was a case of pretty lost Polly when a parrot turned up unannounced at a primary school.

 

The African Grey was found at Leverton Junior School, in Honey Lane, Waltham Abbey, and is now in the care of Epping Forest District Council after it was rescued by site manager Ricky Pacitto. He said: “It just came down and landed on a tree at the school. It was being attacked by magpies, jackdaws, seagulls, everything. It was amazing- I thought it was going to die.

 

“I came out of the school and shushed the birds away. I thought it was a pigeon, then it flew to another tree again. It was being chased and I didn't know what to do. I got a saucer of fruit to coax it down. I was standing there for about an hour when it just came down, jumped and landed on my head. It was just amazing. I put my arms up, caught it and put it in a box with paper in it.”

 

Mr Pacitto took the errant bird to the vets in Highbridge Street where it was collected by the district council's animal warden Lynn Cook. He said: “It was very unusual. We see foxes, and other wildlife around the school but it's the first time we've seen a parrot. I'm just so pleased it was saved.”

 

The parrot is described as very tame with distinguishing features.

If you think you are the owner of the parrot call Lynn on 01992 564077. Proof of ownership will be required.

 

Animal warden Lynn Cook with the parrot:

 

[Greywings]

Wonderful luck and a great save, it would be nice to hear the rest of the story.

[Luvparrots]

How wonderful the grey was rescued. Perhaps one of our UK members can follow this story up for us (hint, hint)!

[Birdnut]

I did find this interesting discussion related to this found parrot.

 

http://www.parrot-link.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=41130&view=next

 

Poor bird. I guess the wild birds saw it as a threat in some way. I hope it found its way home.

[danmcq]

Wow, that forum says it all. It sounds like the warden has decided to keep the grey for herself...VERY DISTURBING!!!!

[Luvparrots]

Oh this is very sad.

[Georgiesmum]

Yeah it sounds like she's hoping to keep the little fella

[ozziebird]

blimey. the poor but lucky little soul, we had such a bitterly cold january too, the poor mite with those other birds too As for the lady who would not let anyone see the bird, i cannot understand why the police were not involved at any point as even looking after the little fella did not give her the right to refuse everyone, yes be cautious but not let one person see the bird....mighty worrying!

Edited July 14, 2010 by ozziebird
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