Should I Get an INDIAN RINGNECK PARROT or a QUAKER PARROT?
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- Опубликовано: 27 апр 2019
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💚 COMMENT AND TELL ME… would you have chosen LEFTY OR TOUCHE? Why???
💙 WHAT IS A PROJECT BIRD? 💙
A “project bird” is a bird deemed unadoptable, unwanted and untrainable/unmanageable. It must have something that makes it so that the owner/rescue cannot work with it.
My GOAL with project birds is to work with birds that NEED my help - whether they’re privately owned birds or living in a rescue, sanctuary or foster home until they can be adopted out. I want to work with the “unadoptable” the “untrainable” the… “bird no one wants and that wants no one” and make them not only adoptable, but lovable. I want to show the world their value. No bird is too old. It’s never too late.
Past project birds have stemmed from numerous circumstances; Rasta the alexandrine we met while filming our TV Series One Day Miracles. His fear and aggression was so severe that it was beyond the training capacity of his 10 year old owner. I took Rasta on for a summer and returned him indoor flight and trick trained, crate trained and willingly stepping up, eating healthy food, talking and loving baths (all things he hated prior). Watch Rasta’s transformation here; ruclips.net/user/BirdTric...
While working with a Freeflight student, my husband saw her blue fronted amazon parrot who HATED men and was severely obese. Dave brought Storm home to work with him but of course, I couldn’t help myself and I trained him in 45 days to eat a healthy diet and outdoor free flight trained him. We also taught him to like men. Watch his transformation here; ruclips.net/user/BirdTric...
Most recently I worked with a handicapped Camelot macaw named Morgan who belonged to a friend of mine. Prior to finding a forever home with my friend, Morgan was passed from home to home because of her foot deformity that she was hatched with due to improper breeding. I trained Morgan in 4 months time, you can view her transformation here; ruclips.net/user/BirdTric...
I have NEVER charged anyone for my time in training a project bird. I have also never charged for food, boarding, transportation, toys, etc… this is why I have only been able to do project birds very rarely.
Because the word is spreading about these project birds and the work I do with them, I’m getting more requests to work with more birds. As much as I want to be able to take on project birds more often, I’m not in a financial position to be constantly doing so. That is, not without the help of my patrons over at www.patreon.com/birdtricks. Because of my patrons, I am able to take on project birds more often which makes my heart so happy.
To take on Lefty OR Touché it will cost me $1,580 for three months of providing toys, pellets, fresh food, transporting to/from (I’m driving to do so, so gas money only - but yeah, I have a truck so gas hog!) I'm not including food/hotel expenses or including the my own time for training. Obviously project birds demand a lot of time, especially initially, as I first work with them and that is time that takes away from my own birds, consultations and opportunity costs.
Thank you to my clients, Patrons and my subscribers here on RUclips for constantly pushing me and helping me - it was a client who made me create a Patreon account and it was a subscriber who pushed me to monetize my channel, and it’s everyone who is pushing me to take on more project birds and find a way to make it financially possible to help more birds. I appreciate you all so very much whether you watch my videos without ever commenting, or you take part by sharing, commenting and giving a thumbs up. I love those of you who go the extra mile and give me feedback in my community tab. I love being able to get my inspiration from all of you and help birds in the process of doing so. There’s so many important messages I want to spread in appreciation of my project birds.
Here is what some of my project birds have taught me:
Rasta: Face your fears.
Morgan: Even if others give up on you, never give up on yourself.
Storm: It’s never too late.
ChiChi: Don’t forget to play.
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My initial reaction was Lefty, but really theres no wrong choice here. Both birds deserved better fates than life dealt them. Looking forward to seeing your progress with him.
Allen Earnest omg this comment 🥰😭🥰
@@BirdTricksHave u done a video on a cockatiel i have 2 budgies and am planning on getting one
@@BirdTricks I think your awesome I'm from Ontario Canada and watch your videos all the time
@@BirdTricks I'm 36 years old
@@BirdTricks NEED HELP OR ADVISE, I have IRN Parrot and cocktail, I buy my IRN parrot last years June, the store owner said he is just 9 month to year, my problem is it’s been year, he is still scared from me when I change the water or food, he jump everywhere in the cage, he is happy with cocktails, INR parrot taught my cocktail bird, don’t go to me, now they both are same not coming to me and scared from me, I want to feed him or cuddle him, I am very patiently waiting for him to come to me but he is still very scared from me and my family
I want to see you work with both
Maybe after you're done with the Quaker parrot you could take on the ringneck?
That is exactly what I was going to say. They both need the help, but OMG that poor Indian Ringneck with his chopped wings.
Came to say this as well.
Tank Experiment So cute 🥰
@@margiemargie5 how long do they take to grow back? I'm picking up a swainsons lorikeet the 13th of February and his first flight feathers are cut I know about birds but all my previous birds were never clipped
@@luckyman1387 I’m I’ll
Either bird would be lucky to have you, but I must say I am glad Lefty got chosen. His story made my heart sad 💔 Can’t wait to watch his progress
I think leftie is a good choice. I feel like he really needs you. I don't know how bird rescues work, but his agression would probably keep him from ever getting adopted. I hope you can make a video about wing clipping, tho. It is also a very important topic.
I agree. Lefty was a good choice of the patreons.
Coyote Peterson after all the sting/bites. Did you write this comment on another guy's video with that face syndrome.
@@miralemjahic4267 what the heck?
Lefty, because I think it will be a really beneficial process for people who are maybe in a similar situation as his previous family and just don't know what to do. I also really like that you encourage the outlook that birds should be raised with the mentality of 'I want my bird to be able to flourish no matter what happens or where he/she ends up'. Your videos are amazing and you do a wonderful job, keep up the great work!
Indian Ringneck - They are so widely available in the UK for such cheap prices that I'm sure it would be really helpful to a lot of people.
Very true I’ve just got one and I’m not sure how to tame him
@@leelewin4343 don’t get a bird without research
@@NorthWindSoter do you have any tips
@@leelewin4343 spend lots of time with the bird they need a lot of attention try giving them treats from you’re hand etc since that will get them used to having them they are very sweet birds but be warned they can get a bit aggressive at night and they are naughty sometimes.
@@arty8761 thank you this will help as ive tamed him a bit but not too much
Wow, guys! SO MANY of you want me to take on both and my patrons agreed so they gave me the idea of a new SPONSOR BIRD TIER on my patreon. You can support me there so that I am hopefully able to take on BOTH BIRDS by May 19 with enough support! Here is the link; www.patreon.com/birdtricks with all the details about what is in store for you for helping me achieve this amazing goal! THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH! A new video update will go up this weekend about how this works.
I think the patrons chose right, while neither are in ideal mental (and physical) conditions atm. lefty's story and behaviour needs a far more experienced hand (in my opinion
I like the ring neck, I feel like watching him gain his flight and balance back would be so cool.
Why not both ?!?!?! They are two poor souls that beed YOU !!!
I think over time it would be best to work with the Indian ring neck in addition to the quicker. You’ve shown many examples of working with a bird that is aggressive but I think it would be interesting to show you working with a bird that was damaged so drastically physically by humans. I think the story of this Indian ring neck or a bird with a similar physical condition caused by ignorant humans would be a really good story for the internet to have. It might bring some awareness to the harm we can do by being misinformed. Thanks and love you as always. You guys are the best.
Yes, I wish she could take both on. I think the ringneck will be a much less challenging subject and might not be as time consuming. Also, the Quaker will need a lot of down time I would think, as too much interaction would be overwhelming for him and might stunt his growth, so it might be good to have the little ringneck to work with in the quaker's downtime. I know that youtubers have to constantly keep grinding with the videos, so that might be a good way to stay fully stocked up. :p
(Basically me making excuses as to why she needs two and not one :p)
I really want an Indian ringneck myself, so it would be cool to see one on your channel
Jasper_Tree - watch ring necks strange back leaning behavior before you get one... it’s really bizarre....
@@annalisa14 - Yeah, I've never seen any other kind of parrot do that weird lean. I think it's kinda funny, but I've only see it on videos.
Anna Lisa the leaning back makes me want one even more. It’s so stinking cute lol
Trust me they are extremely jealous when ever I am using my phone he starts stealing it and tries to hide it
I totally agree! Lefty is dealing with a heartache..That needs special care. The other bird needs help too, once it wings grow back you can take him on!!!
I'm happy the Patrons chose Lefty. I have a Quaker and he is sweet and loving and I think Lefty needs love. I'm really looking forward to seeing you work with him. Would be great if you could help the Ringneck too.
So excited for this next series, y'all have seriously been killing the content game lately and what you do is so incredibly important and wonderful!
I think Lefty needs your HELP more, just my opinion. Congratulations Jamie. Thank you for sharing. Can't wait to see the future Lefty videos.
Thank you for working with the rescue organization to find Lefty a wonderful forever home. There aren't many (or any) legitimate training videos that address serious parrot aggression issues so it's great that you can provide this to your viewers. (Hopefully you can work with the Ringneck later down the line.)
Yes Leftie! I wanted him because I too believe that every bird can be helped. My first bird was a Quaker and I think they are so underrated. They talk about as well as African Grays and use language and tools. Super smart birds with a huge personality. Mine was named Smarty Pants because of his mischievousness. They truly are little green dragons. I'm so excited!!!
I so agree with you 💯. I have a Quaker and he thinks of new stuff and comes out with noises and words almost perfectly mimicked. He brings me joy every day.
I think you should take on the Quaker Parrot, your such and awsome person!! I wish good health to your birds and family!!💙💙💛💛💚💚💜💜🧡🧡❤❤
I think it’s a good choice and your proven patience and soft touch is exactly what Lefty needs to learn to love and trust again! So excited to see this series Jamie!
Ringneck .. no particular reason OTHER than we have them living wild around Windsor UK where I live and I LOVE them.
Ringneck! Omg yes please 🙏 it’s be a great birthday present to see you work with a Bird like mine. His wings are clipped.
Love your videos! Thank you for your time and guidance.
Love that you are helping out a rescue so they can help these birds find loving homes such a great idea. I'm super glad you picked lefty. He sounds like one of my rescue dogs from years ago & watching him come out of his shell of hate he put up to protect himself was so cool I'd can't wait to watch you do the same thing with Lefty.
Go The quacker Jamie🌸I think he needs a more intense kinda learning where as the ring neck is a growth and health issues due to wing clipping. I think you could do a segment on the right way to clip birds and the ring neck is one good example. 🌸🌸
I'm picking up a swainsons lorikeet in February his wings are clipped he's only 3 and a half months old will his wings grow back normally as he ages so he can fly around my home normally?
Yes, Lefty would be the one since he has some aggression. They are wonderful birds, to have. They can be funny, very talkative and talented. They love to fly and be with their person.
They do have personality in which you will see this in him !
Glad that you are able to help him.
Jaime you are a great blessing to birds and thank you and Dave for what you do to help them.
Can't wait to see updates on him when you start work with the little guy!
I love how u explain what to do in simple ways. Love your passion for birds.thankyou
Thank you for what you do. I recently lost my rehab bird after 15 magical years. I'm never going to get over it. He was my greatest love.
I think both birds are very good choices, for different reasons. Lefty, because he needs love and care for himself, and the other because people NEED TO understand how to care for a parrot and not maim them for their own selfish reasons.
Ringneck girl they're so good but noisy I don't really see and advice on ring necks
Ethan Brazier Ringnecks are absolutely crazy 🤣 very temperamental, especially if you aren't their "favourite"
Thank you so much! I’m getting a bird, and you were a big (and still are a big) help in my research. this video was really really helpful.
I'm just really excited about your new project and am glad that you help another bird and so many people by simply showing how it's done correctly. :)
***THESE ARE BOTH SUCH HEARTBREAKING STORIES I WISH YOU COULD HELP THEM BOTH***
I am not a patreon but I would love to see the case of the Indian Ringneck!
I'm really glad to know you'll be working with Lefty because my husband's family just recently fell into the possession of two Quaker parrots from other family and neither of them have ever been socialized, handled or properly cared for. I feel like we can all learn a lot on what to do with these new birds through your journey with Lefty
You are amazing! Doing all of those for the birds! Wow! 👍👍👍❤❤❤
I personally would have liked to see the IRN because while it's great that you are going to transform the confidence of lefty, it's a very common case. Every time I tell people I have birds people always respond with "oh they're meeeeeean" birds being aggressive and hating everyone is unfortunately very common and I think taking on a rarer case such as a butchered clip would have been more educationally valuable.
Personally, i would love you to take on both birds since they both had a special need that would be great to help them with. I’m very excited for this journey and hope after Lefty, you are able to take on The Indian Ringneck as your next project.
The experience I had with Quaker parrots was my Aunt’s male quaker named TRIX, who was very aggressive and would bite due to my uncle inhibiting the behavior of biting by always poking him and such, thus Trix believed this was play.
With my aunt and her daughter, Trix was very loving and playful. He was super talkive and learned to say “TE PICO!” (Spanish for “I’ll bite u!”) and “AL QUE TE PICO (i’m gonna bite you) before he would lunge to bite.
Trix would bot let anyone but my aunt and her daughter pet and touch him.
I used the Birdtricks Power Pause tactic on him in a span of 2-3 days and I was able to pet his head and interact with him without him wanting to bite me. They are smart birds
Unfortunately my aunt and uncle didnt follow through with the training to train the aggressiveness out of Trix and Trix continued his aggression to the point he was rehomed =,(
But quakers are very amazing birds and when trained right, very loving and playful. Amazing talkers and look so cute and pudgy when they puff up in happiness.
I can't pick! Both deserve to be happy and well adjusted. All animals do. You're a great person for your love and compassion.
YES! They chose the right bird. I am Soooooo flipping happy your ppl are supporting you and you can stay home and DO THIS! LOVE IT!
So excited for both you and lefty.
Congratulation jamie for another good intention..
Patreons chose correctly for you left touch aggressive your love will make him feel normal...
But somewhat in my mind felt that you should also adopted indian ring neck bird... This is my experience.. My friends mom raised indian ring neck bird some 15yrs ago, at that time ring necked birds are not banned to raise in home.. That bird name was chika he use to talk nice and follow his owner and they never clipped his feathers.. And he use sit on my lap and loves me too.. He is not aggressive but soft natured.. Every thing went fine.. Then our goverment banned indian ring neck bird to raise in home or to captivate and only exotic birds are allowed... Forest department came and seized chikka.. He talked to officers that he wont come he wont come... But nothing to do.. They put him in a sanctuary... Because of worries and despair not able to see his beloved owner... He died two days later... Still i cant digest it.. Then my friend mom died after six months because she slipped from balcony while thinking about chikka..
I love them but cant raise them... This is my first bird connection.. Then i started raising roosters..
Please adopt touche some time later. People need to educate about bird clipping...
Excited to see lefty..
Is he a left legged bird?
How is morgan now?
Thanks for informing us..🙏
NAVEEN RAJ sorry for your losses💔🖤😢
Lefty, because he sounds so pitiful, and I think you can really help him!
THANK YOU FOR THE EXCELLENT MESSAGE ON WING CLIPPING!
Lefty is a good choice. I want to learn more about them and as a pet bird. I fell for one on a visit. Never wanted a bird until I discovered they can be trained to fly and don't have to be clipped. Good luck! 🐦
Both birds are good I say get both of them ....
There was no right and wrong choosing. Both parrots need support and I am very excited for Lefty. An online acquaintance dropped off two Quakers at my house and I was able to gain the trust of the one Quaker, but the female came from an abusive home, had a bad wing clip, and lost two of her toes and is very aggressive. I have both of them for almost 2 months and she is still aggressive towards everyone and anything. So I am very excited to see your journey with Lefty and learn more about how I can gain her trust
So happy Lefty is getting to work with you! Quakers are wonderful loving birds, and to see one so sad and devastated is heartbreaking.
Yay Lefty! He greatly needs your help and I can't wait to see how you do with him and how you can change his demeanor. He sounds like he'll be a challenge, but his journey with you will educate all of us. Good luck! :)
If I was selfish I'd say they picked wrong, but he has a broken heart. He needs healing.
I was so shocked about the destiny of leftys owner 😥 I hope his family is healing as well.
Ringneck!!!!! We are bringing home a baby ringneck at the end of may ;-)
So excited to hear your going to work with Lefty. It sounds like he really needs some help, and if anyone can do it, its you!!
Lefty. Yes. Don’t be nervous- you got this. Can’t wait.
I'm so glad you decided to work with lefty :) Quaker parrots are a soft spot for me. I'm sure you know this, but something to note (about males in particular) is that they tend to be EXTREMELY cage territorial. Most Quaker owners will get their birds to step up onto a stick to get out of their cage in order to avoid provoking aggression. I personally never had that issue with my Quaker, but she appears to be the exception 😂
Elizabeth McCullum ooo interesting! I have heard they can be extremely nesty and territorial moreso than other species so that’ll be of interest to me! 💚🦜
I work at a shelter and we had a blue Quaker in that was very cage territorial. She absolutely refused to step up out of her cage unless you scooped her and she felt that she had all around support. Probably not the best, but it was enough to get her adopted and into a really good home. And HOLY CRAP ARE THEY SMART!! They pick things up soooo quickly
Quakers are amazing birds. They are SO crazy smart and full of personality - I can't wait to see the upcoming series with Lefty!
If you want to clip a birds wings, you have the wrong pet. Birds have wings, it’s the only thing going for them. If you are getting a bird just to clip their wing, get a dog or any other animal for crying out loud.
Why get a dog of it's going to be on a leash... that comment is so stupid! It's being a responsible owner. If the house isn't big enough, it'll keep the bird from injury and possibility of flying away. People leave doors open when getting groceries etc.
my birds have their wings clipped because i have indoor pet dogs and i wouldnt want my dogs to try to injure my birds and for the birds to not escape
Not a bird owner, senior citizen, your channel is one of three I subscribe. Thank you
Yes I'm so happy they chose lefty.. I feel he needs it so much and I'll be taking in 2 Quaker parrots who are in similar situations.. this lesson is goin to be huge for me.. so thank you!
They chose correctly! No one better than BirdTricks to work with a severe behavior issue so this bird has a chance for a happy life!
I agree that Lefty will benefit most from your knowledge. He needs someone like you to help him with his grief and anger. I look forward to seeing his journey!
I have 2 Quaker parrots and I would love to see you work with a quaker as both quakers I have are tough cases. One is extremely aggressive and is a one person lover and the other just wants to be left alone and was so emaciated when we rescued him. We've worked so hard with them and we still have a long way to go and I believe you will help us through your journey. So glad you chose Lefty.
I'm excited for your new project bird. I am excited as well to know rescue is near me here in Utah.
Seeing this video AFTER seeing how close Lefty and Capri are youd never guess he ever had anger issues! They're 2 peas in a pod lol Its adorable. Now hes such a sweet boy.
I have a male Quaker that just turned 1yo in May 2019. He is adorable but very territorial with his cage. He is a good talker. Beware of the mood swings! One second he is kissing me and 2 seconds later biting me. He's just a little guy with the biggest personality! So glad you are going to help Lefty so he can get a new home. Quakers are terrific companion birds!
I'm so excited to see you work with a quaker parrot! I've always thought they seemed like the perfect bird for me, but I haven't had the opportunity to adopt one yet. Lefty's story is so sad, but I hope you will be able to convince him to love humans again. I can't wait for this project to start! Poor Touche though... I hope that someone can help rehabilitate him as well. Maybe this video will inspire someone to adopt him
I'm planning to get a quaker, I've heard they're very smart birds and good talkers and very friendly with people with of course good training.
Both are sad stories, but I'm glad you got leftie. I can't wait to see the updates.
I really appreciate your videos.
I was pulling for Lefty
Super excited to see your experience with Lefty! I have a wonderful one year old Quaker named Opal that I love dearly, and my heart breaks to see Lefty in such a sorry state. Patrons picked the right bird!
I'm so glad you will be working with Lefty
I initially would have wanted you to select the Ringneck, until I heard each story and changed my mind to the Quaker. Good luck. Do us proud as we know you will. Cant wait to see.
OMG, I am so HAPPY Lefty was the one picked. Although the Indian Ringneck would have been great too and what was done to his wings was horrible. I feel Lefty really need you and your loving attention.
Wish you could help them both, personally i just got a pair of ringnecks that have been neglected and abused. Love the channel cant wait to see this journey unfold. Keep up the great work.
Loved my Quaker!
I think they made the right choice I cant wait to see the videos you make with him I used to have a quacker named romeo and he was the sweetest guy around and loved kisses from people he liked everyone but loved my dad the most
I honestly think Lefty was the right choice. His journey sounds like its been nothing but melancholy and it would be a truly wonderful gift for him to realize that he doesn't have to be lonely or terrified. To know that humans can be pleasant and entertaining would open up his world!
Allen Earnest's answer was perfect. I, too feel the pull for Lefty, because, quite desperately, he needs you and your experience. Touche, what a doll, has a problem that will molt out (I would think) and as long as he gets supportive care from anyone knowledgeable, he'll be his gorgeous self and a great bird. Just my thought. Good Luck...glad you got Lefty. Looking forward to the process with you!
I am glad lefty is the one that was picked cause you will be able too show that any bird can be a good bird
I’m so glad you will be working with lefty. So happy you will be showing him some love. Sounds like he’s never been given a true opportunity to have a fun loving life with an owner who adores him! How sad. My 9 yr. old parrotlet just passed and I’m devastated. He was my world and I was his. Please show lefty what love is all about- good luck and you could use some prayer-you got it!!! Gail
I'm so happy you are going to work with Lefty. He looks like he doesn't have anyone in the entire world, poor guy.
Jamieleigh, both birds would benefit from your rare talent, to really understand birds. I have learned so much from bird tricks videos. Still struggling with my irn but she has all the love in the world & how ever long it takes, she's here for life xx
Yay!!! I have a 1 yr blue Quaker. Kui is aggressive to everyone but me. She bites aggressively anyone else! I can’t wait to see what #birdtricks you have up your sleeve!! I’m so glad Lefty is your new project bird, hope he becomes adoptable after you work with him, he deserves a chance 🐦💖👍🏻
What I love most about you is that you make real differences in the lives of parrots and love your birds while still being a good example of how a human/animal relationship should look. All of those "bird mom" and "dog mom" people are insane and their animals aren't as happy as yours. They has no concept of boundaries. Keep it up.
Also did you know we have a large population of Quakers here in central Texas?
They both could really use your professional help, so sad. The Quaker parrot, I believe will be a huge challenge in diverse ways, providing many learning opportunities for things that we might be experiencing now, or will experience in the future. I'm a rescue, and my parent worked long and hard, never giving up on me. God bless you with all that you do! Looking forward to your upcoming videos.
I’m so happy the Quaker was chosen. I just got a male Quaker! I feel there is not enough videos on working with Quaker’s, so looking forward to seeing your progress.
Those project birds are gold
I'm really happy they chosen Lefty since I have a lovebird that is exactly the same! I wish to bond with him even though he wants nothing to do with me... I hope I can get some tips from your future videos
both. they both need you and need the amazing things u can do for them
Great choice in lefty. I have a demanding little 2 year old Quaker hen . She is an angel one minute and demon the next . You will have lots of fun and your heart will melt . Ange & Birdo x
Lefty... my heart aches for him and I think he is in most dire need of your help. I was not aware of Patheron and will check it out! I am looking forward to see your work with him!! ❤️
Ohhh those ring necked are really “unusual @ birds. Lol. They crack me up with how they sit down and bend backwards I’ve never seen anything like it
Yes lefty needs a lot of love, he is grieving and heartbroken
I think you have the skills, knowledge and understanding (and the love) to sort both those two wee birdies at the same time! At the very least you could sort lefty out in a month or two and then go to the other one! Keep up the good work!🙋♂️
At first I wanted the ringneck but after hearing their story, definitely the quaker parrot. He needs the help most to have a happy life. Can't wait to see the transformation.
I just came across your channel, yesterday. So much love to you, your family, and all the birds.
I miss our Quaker parrot soooo much! She was our first (and only) bird. We adopted her from our young, raver kid, neighbor, who was getting a divorce and moving, and felt like moving a cute bird in a large cage, a long distance, was too difficult. He just gave her away. It took a couple days for her to trust us, but afterwards, my father and I had both built a great relationship with her. When we first adopted her we were told she was a male. We had no idea what shock awaited us. One day after having her for quite a while, she started acting really grouchy. She's been so sweet before, and I couldn't figure out what was going on. Shortly thereafter, she'd laid an egg in her cage! Surprise - not a male! Hah
The next time her egg cycle came around, she flew out the front door! We were devistated.
A couple months later, I was pumping fuel at the gas station near our home... Guess who flew down from a palm tree?! Yep! It was her! She saw me pumping gas, and flew up to say hello, and to let me know why she left. It turns out, she was nesting in the palm tree by the street corner where the gas station was located. We lived on an island where there were a small number of Quakers. On a rare occasion, one could see a few flying around the island. She'd left to start a new season of her life, as a momma. It would seem that she paired with one of the wild parrots, and they started a family. She flew back and forth between me and palm and showed me that was where she was nesting. Although I couldn't see that high, I could hear the precious chirps of babies coming from the palm tree. 🐣🌴
That was the last time I saw her. It was such a sweet, and beautiful moment. I'll never forget it.
The flock on the island has since grown and flourished, their wild numbers are coming back, and I like to think she helped make that happen.💚
Before she came into our lives, I'd only ever had one previous experience with a bird...it was traumatizing! My mother had been dating a man who had a few birds. On the first day of meeting him at his home, we were casually sitting on the couch in the living room. His big white bird was hanging out, with us, on the back of the couch. Out of nowhere, this psycho bird ran down my arm and chomped a triangular (1cm) chunk out of my right leg! Great first experience, right?! 😱😭 It was a sulfur crested cockatoo...It's like the bird is extremely energetically sensitive, but reacts with the exact opposite of empathy. It was psycho! .. Truly traumatizing.
Our Quaker helped me to heal from that traumatic experience, and showed me the beautiful relationships which can be possible with birds (even when they're grouchy). And we helped her heal and thrive dispite having come from a chaotic, smokey, loud, home where fighting happened almost daily. I'm so grateful for, "Bird" coming into our lives, and while I'm delighted to know she's made a fantastic life for herself, I miss her dearly. 😘🐦😢💚
Wife and I have Quaker and they are absolutely amazing and intelligent. I'm so happy that you picked the Quaker. I grew up with Cockatiels and budgies. I've had many birds but the Quaker and budgie are still my favorite.
Yay! I am so excited to see you work with Lefty! My mother and I had a Quaker surrendered to us in my twenties. Neither of us had any experience with birds. This meant a lot of our interactions were through trial and error.
Petey sadly passed away unexpectedly while I was away one weekend. I never knew why. My mother has never be able to talk to the event either. Knowing what I know now from your education on diet, I am sure that had something to do with his passing.
During my short time with him, I found him to be one of my favorite companions. Petey was very smart and was very eager to play/learn new things. My favorite game with him was peek-a-boo. During our bonding times, we would play rounds of peek-a-boo where I would place a piece of fabric over him and remove it for him to say peek-a-boo.
As adorable as he would be saying words and phrases, we quickly discovered how noisy this little bird can be. Quakers as a breed have a locator call similar to your sun conures. Not having him on a good schedule for his to be out of his cage, he would often start calling as soon as one of us came home. Some days were better than others. His noise level certainly increased when he started developing his sexual urges.
Quakers are also very territorial. We were not able to reach into his space / cage without him becoming aggressive. I found ways around this when it came for him to be out of the cage. Just by allowing him to come out on his own, rather than reaching in was the preferred method.
My experience with him developed my love for birds and quest to seek more knowledge on how to properly care for a bird for a companion. In my quest for knowledge, I came across your RUclips channel and have been watching you ever since. You have been one of leading sources of information for Birds and bird care that I regularly go to. I have learned through you how to properly interact with birds and become an educated potential future bird caretaker. I now feel confident in making a thoughtful an educated decision if I were to choose to bring another bird into my home. Thank you for that!
Best of luck with Lefty! I am looking forward to watching your interactions with this temperamental little guy.
I am very excited to see work with Lefty
Ive had quakers for almost 20 years my current blue quaker for 16 years, occasionally they can be a little bipolar and aggressive in their cage but once they are out they just enjoy human interaction. Mine hates most toys but loves chewing up paper towels of all things. Good luck with Lefty :)
Hope Lefty finds an awsome 4ever home.
I'm very happy that Leftie is the one! (I see them free so many places, in Spain!) 💞🐦
Wow I cannot imagine how hard of a choice this was! They are both interesting cases worth rescuing... I hope you can still take in the ringneck after you saved the quaker 😊🙏
The ringneck pictures brought tears to my eyes, I would go for him and then the Quaker cause they both deserves love.