JeffNOK Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Several months ago I sang the song, "My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean" to Gracie. I sang it because my Mom used to sing it to me as a child, and it was a sweet soothing song. I had no idea what it meant, however. All of a sudden--out of the blue--Gracie started singing it....but she changed the words. She sings: "Bring Back Bring Back, Bring back my Daddy to me, to me..." It is the most adorable, cutest, sweetest song she has ever sung. I never taught her "daddy" I sang the original version. She does it every day, and I want so much to capture it on film...but she shuts up the minute a camera is in view. I am so frustrated. I have attempted to film her about 20 times, but she clams up...the stinker. I have tried to acclimate her to the camera by letting her peck it and examine it, but when it is turned on she eyes it like some sort of predator. Are your greys camera shy, too? I will get this on film and post soon if it is the last thing I do!--It is just a matter of time--but I am at my wits end now. Why don't our greys want to please us like a faithful Golden Retriever? I already know the answer--I'm just wishing. I could make a fortune if she actually vocalized on command. The minute she thinks I want her to "perform" she shuts up. She has no idea how many cool new toys she could get if she would just cooperate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 My Sterling Gris is that way. Perhaps if you had a motion/sound sense camera that might help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wingy Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Cameras make a noise and most have a light showing that they are recording. Try wrapping your camera in a towel, except for the lens and mic and then set it up on a table where you only need to reach over and hit the button. Webcams can be used for recording and are another option. Their operation is silent and is activated by your computer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdhouse Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 I think it took about 3 yrs for Phenix to give me an avatar pic. He doesn't like to be watch like that, anyway. Part of his issues. But they are prey animals so I think it's just instinct for a lot of fids. Maybe you'll have better luck w/Gracie. But I've been trying to set up the lap top &/or tablet where I might catch Phenix in the act. Unfortunately, so far, all I've caught is him sitting & preening. But I'm hopin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VStar Mama Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 If you have a laptop with a built in camera and the bird is already used to seeing you on the computer, maybe orient yourself while you are on the computer so that the camera is pointing to the bird...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chezron Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 I have a video camera on a short tripod, so I can press on and not hold it. I sure hope you figure it out because we NEED to see this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SRSeedBurners Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 I have a camcorder set up on a tripod in the kitchen. Greycie doesn't even care. I'm trying to film her playing catch on top of the fridge but the problem is me. I'm too lazy to make sure it's charged, has room on the card etc.... Tonight she was vocalizing words for both of us and we can't figure out what she's trying to say but she's saying something. I was telling my wife we're lucky because some people have Greys that will only practice in seclusion. Our Greycie loves to ham it up right on my shoulder. If only I could get my lazy ass to record and throw it on youtube.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerial.2000 Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Marco loves the camera ... I sure hope you get them caught singing would love to see it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana600 Posted September 10, 2013 Share Posted September 10, 2013 Silly Daddy, Gracie knows she is going to get all those many cool new toys anyway, why bother with an over the top effort to do your bidding when you wish. LOL. The time will come when all your stars align and the camera is ready for another song from Gracie. Miss Gilbert is camera shy to an extreme. I have caught her talking on camera once in two and a half years. She was hanging upside down and playing and I was in amazement but every time I even leaned to one side in my chair ten feet away, she was like a little spider monkey scurrying up the side of the cage and into her hiding spot. My theory is they love to hear us tell our friends and family about their antics and refuse to allow it to be documented in order to leave everyone guessing as to whether we are outright lying or getting dotty and making up an imaginary friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kins2321@yahoo.com Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 EXCELLENT song choice! I don't care if you catch her on camera. I am thrilled that she has learned the song, and I am sure if she changes the lyrics, they were meant to be changed. Nancy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted September 11, 2013 Share Posted September 11, 2013 Where there is a will there is usually a way so I hope you get it figured out so you can indulge us soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffNOK Posted September 12, 2013 Author Share Posted September 12, 2013 Lately she has been doing a mash up of "Respect" by Aretha Franklin, "My Bonny Lies Over the Ocean" and "Don't Worry Be Happy"....she's a nut! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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