My African Grey Parrot
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I have an African Grey and his name is Sly. Good guy, and is very clever. Helieks to imitate the Dove calls in the neighbourhood, picks and gives me keys ect.
But he does not like the pesky Mynah birds. When they come he will chase them away. Any of u own parrots who are intelligent?
also if anybody seen this dude (below) anywere, ls let me know
He's a hyacinth Macaw, the most exotic parrot in the world. The dude is quite large, and bright blue in colour.
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cut the crap and start selling your bolly bugers pls.
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The most common phrase I have heard regarding African Grey's is "the perfect mix of brains and beauty". I often hear people say African Grey's are not as "colorful" as most parrots. They apparently have not seen the true personality of an African Grey Parrot. They have a remarkable, noble beauty that takes your breath away!
African Grey's have the most extraordinary flair for speech. But do not think that they are limited to speech only! They can mimic almost any sound in your home. Although most greys do not start talking until a year in age, there are many cases where they will speak earlier. Some greys do not start speaking until 2 years, so never give up hope! They have the capacity to have a vocabulary of over 2000 words. I would like to add this "food for thought"... there is no guarantee that a Grey will speak. This should never be the sole reason for buying a grey. (Please see our Talking Article.) There is so much more to an african grey than just speech. a They are more human than some will admit. They feel our emotions and act accordingly. They do not mimic, they learn from us. Speaking in sentences, responding appropriately to questions, the physical motions to comfort us when we are sad, the list goes on and on.
African Grey's have the intellectual capacity of a 5 year old child with the emotions of a 2 year old. Because of this higher intelligence, they can be demanding pets and rightly so. They require constant attention along with a stimulating environment that includes various types of toys, a large cage, a play-stand.
Generally speaking, Greys are cautious birds. They have a tendency to sit back and watch you before giving themselves up freely. They tend to not be very outgoing towards strangers. Then are very intuitive to your feelings and it is always best to approach them with a calm demeanor. Once you win the trust of an African Grey, he/she will be your best friend for life. They are very dedicated and loyal birds.
My greys are very outgoing and playful in our home environment. Our home is their "safe place". They realize nothing will harm them here. My birds love to boisterously and acrobatically attack their toys. You have never seen a parrot play until you have first handedly seen a Grey scream bloody murder at their toys! The infamous Grey scream, it is an experience you will not forget.
In sum... although African Greys are the most popular pet parrot, they are not for everyone. They stand apart from the rest. It is not easy being a caretaker of an African Grey or any parrot for that matter. Lots of love, time, patience and effort goes into the relationship we have with our avian companions. They give us so much more than we can ever return.... Are you ready to take the African Grey challenge? -
if u want to get parrot , get african grey. He can fly off from home and return too.
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Many owners have been surprised (and sometimes shocked) when their Grey learned a new word or phrase after hearing it only a few times. One of our favorite stories in this respect was one related by a priest that had a pet Grey. While hanging some pictures in his office, the priest hit his hand with a hammer. He let out a stream of obscenities that his Grey learned (from this one occurrence according to the priest). The priest's embarrassment was compounded by the other aspect of greys gift for mimicking, that is they often sound exactly like the person that spoke the words or phrase.
here are two subspecies:
Congo African Grey parrot, Psittacus erithacus erithacus - these are larger birds (about 12 inches/30cm long) with light grey feathers, deep red tails and black beaks.
Timneh African Grey parrot, Psittacus erithacus timneh - these are smaller in size, have a darker charcoal gray coloring, a darker maroon tail, and a light, horn colored beak.
Some authors incorrectly recognize a third subspecies, Ghana African Grey (Psittacus erithacus princeps). It is similar to the Congo African greys, but darker and slightly smaller, though scientifically this subspecies has not been found. Among breeders, there is said to be a fourth subspecies, the Cameroon African Grey, most often referred to as the big silvers. -
u never change. -
i have a giant roc
provide air links to all parts of the world,even better than emirates -
in what way?Originally posted by Ito_^: u never change. -
oh maria..pls dun spoil our good image
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anyne seen the blue parrot around?
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its illegal to own a endangered species?Originally posted by shoutcast77:anyne seen the blue parrot around? -
endangered species?!
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Birds hate clones.
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wow can he scold vulgarities?Originally posted by shoutcast77:I have an African Grey and his name is Sly. Good guy, and is very clever. Helieks to imitate the Dove calls in the neighbourhood, picks and gives me keys ect.
But he does not like the pesky Mynah birds. When they come he will chase them away. Any of u own parrots who are intelligent?
also if anybody seen this dude (below) anywere, ls let me know
He's a hyacinth Macaw, the most exotic parrot in the world. The dude is quite large, and bright blue in colour. -
o my someone remembersOriginally posted by pipipopo:oh maria..pls dun spoil our good image
-bollywood
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i got two african greys!
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hyacinth is citesI so cannot keep unless got cert and you must be filthy rich
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saw the blue bird at Bird Park before. It is Huge!
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take note...now lots of clones reply oredi...take note of their nicks..misssion to down bollyclones will always be our sacred dutyOriginally posted by Ito_^:o my someone remembers -
what u claim to be a parrot lover and u didnt know? there are very few hyacinth macaws left in the world. what do u mean if anyone saw it, u mean in bird park?Originally posted by shoutcast77:endangered species?!