Green Cheek Conures & African Crested Porcupine Hangout!

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  • Kizmit the African crested porcupine is a bunch of sweetness covered in quills. She loves attention! Maui and Ginger the green cheeked conures are wonderful and Jessi shares why it's fun to spend time with all of them.
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ความคิดเห็น • 196

  • @InfectedChris
    @InfectedChris 4 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    "You can't make a porcupine do something they don't want to do."
    No truer words have ever been spoken.

    • @leviradford707
      @leviradford707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ForestofTooMuchFood Another difference is that one can impale you with its fur.

  • @smartsoe123
    @smartsoe123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +235

    I love how Kismet’s quills look like a tutu. Absolutely adorable.

    • @briannenurse4640
      @briannenurse4640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I hadn't thought of it like that while I was watching but now that you mention it I can't unsee it, thank you friend

    • @sinephase
      @sinephase 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      tutu of pain LOL

    • @imissnickplur4964
      @imissnickplur4964 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      AND her mane or mohawk thingy looks like a long ponytail

    • @sandrastreifel6452
      @sandrastreifel6452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      She IS such a pretty porcupine, as Jessie said!

  • @marchinghurdler
    @marchinghurdler 4 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    Maui electing to sit on the outside of your shoulder so Ginger can be secure on the inside is the type of friend I want to be.

  • @srodgers7351
    @srodgers7351 4 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    I have one of Kizmit's art pieces. It's so beautiful and such a great conversation starter! Highly recommend everyone get a porcupine Picasso.

  • @RandiPoitras
    @RandiPoitras 4 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    “Im just a big ol prickly lap dog”

  • @gildedbear5355
    @gildedbear5355 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Ginger's dance is possibly the cutest thing I've seen. definitely in the top two for today.

  • @thepetermullins
    @thepetermullins 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Kizzy got biiiiiiig! I was just rewatching her first video, and forgot that it was such a ways back in her life!

  • @calajohnson
    @calajohnson 4 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    I love the respect here for personal decisions when dealing with our own pets, and you are always just a joy to watch!! I would love a bird, but I know they aren't a good fit for me, so I get my fix watching others with theirs.

  • @alysonshorthouse8858
    @alysonshorthouse8858 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    When she's up on her back legs, her quills look like a skirt. She looks like a pretty punk ballerina!

  • @holly7869
    @holly7869 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Kismet painted me a beautiful purple painting!

    • @animalwondersmontana
      @animalwondersmontana  4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      She's pretty talented at making random footprints look great!

  • @Pixaley
    @Pixaley 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Ginger on the head. *sobs in awesomeness*

  • @jaimie00
    @jaimie00 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I really like the laid back vibe of these videos. Your scripted content is also great, but I like the variety. It really does feel like we just stopped by to say hi and got to hang out with you, Kismet, Ginger, and Maui.

  • @ItsPigs
    @ItsPigs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Kizmit looks like she's wearing a dress of quills!

  • @samgullion8596
    @samgullion8596 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I'm so happy to see that you recommend leaving birds fully flighted if able, its so good for them to fly. I do understand that not all birds can be flighted though.,

  • @dolomedestenebrosus9564
    @dolomedestenebrosus9564 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had no idea porcupines were so sociable. Surprisingly charming and cute!

  • @Gu1tarJohn
    @Gu1tarJohn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Years ago I had a Quaker Parrot that I got very young. When he(?) started testing his wings, I helped him learn to land with a little game where I would gently toss him at his cage with the perch on top and he would land. He loved it and became a master aviator. He didn't crash into things like most pet birds.

  • @ShesAaRebel
    @ShesAaRebel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I love how Kizmit's quills makes it look like she's wearing a tu-tu. Soooo cuuuuuute.
    I've been watching a lot of the BirdTricks TH-cam channel lately, which makes me wonder, will you ever (or have you) train any of your birds for free flight outside?

  • @brianstarr
    @brianstarr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Wow, I thought my dogs needed a lot of love. I guess a porcupine is out. Love what you guys do and the videos you share!

  • @michael835
    @michael835 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This channel is so cute it makes me happy lol

  • @farreldharma1726
    @farreldharma1726 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I Can't get enough of them 💕

  • @karenbrown4524
    @karenbrown4524 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kizmit is a sweet little beauty who looks like she's wearing a very lovely skirt. She's so quiet. Ginger and Maui are sitting as close together as possible -- just adorable! ❤️

  • @jslferrell
    @jslferrell 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love the trust bonds y’all have. So precious and priceless.

  • @jeannechiang6177
    @jeannechiang6177 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My association with porcupines previously is as quills in dogs and cats. It’s a treat to see how affectionate and beautiful Kismet is. And I have a green cheek conure, so it’s so good to see these two, and to know how different their personalities are. And how they like one another!

  • @V.Hansen.
    @V.Hansen. 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who knew porcupines were so cuddly? That's adorable.

  • @RacerX-124
    @RacerX-124 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's so cute how your green cheeks are together. My green cheek is a huge bunghole to other birds and most people lol

  • @judithwalker3600
    @judithwalker3600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dear Jessi,
    This may sound a bit oddly silly, but you make me feel so proud of you!
    This, of course, includes everyone who is/are Animal Wonders.
    You are one of the best Teachers I have ever seen! Bravo! Bravo!
    I doubt you realize how much you teach those who watch you!
    They learn how, to learn, to think, to respect, to care, to love, and
    to earn these things in return and to love teaching it to others!
    Truly you are Wonders. This world is a much better place because you are in it...
    For those you teach and those who will not need to be rescued! Thank You.
    So, any plans to rescue another African Crested? Problems? Young or older? etc.?
    Ditto as to the Cheeky ones?
    Love ya Lady.

  • @eschwarz1003
    @eschwarz1003 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    didnt know porcupines could look so beautiful and be so sweet.

  • @LorisHartland
    @LorisHartland 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love Ginger & Maui ❤️🦜

  • @Indiegayass4666
    @Indiegayass4666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just got a yellow sided conure to add to my family of rescues❤️

  • @uabir8338
    @uabir8338 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The birds are soooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo CUTE!

  • @cassiushumqua7301
    @cassiushumqua7301 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate your opinion on clipping birds. Working at a rescue, I get A LOT of questions and critics thinking it's "cruel" to clip. Believe me, if we could keep all the cockatiels and macaws and our raptors unclipped I would be so happy! However, we have had instances of guys flying away, or crashing and hurting themselves. Some can, and we keep them fully feathered. It's refreshing to hear someone sharing my views. Loved your video as always! Maybe I can do something just like this. It's a dream job for me. Thanks!

  • @sweetiguess
    @sweetiguess 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    5:35 Jessi: "what a pretty porcupine!" me: *crying* "she IS!!!"

  • @shawpaperiekas600
    @shawpaperiekas600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Her quills look like a skirt. So cute!

  • @sandraengelbrecht7619
    @sandraengelbrecht7619 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a African Crested Porcupines Momma I enjoy following your adventures with yours She reminds me so much of my Girl She loves attention and demands it lol .
    Love that you shared the dog collar idea as She hates a Harness but this She may except and I was thinking of it before I seen your post . This just reassured me it may work 🤣

  • @briannenurse4640
    @briannenurse4640 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Maui & Ginger make me think of Tuca & Bertie, the extrovert and the introvert. So cute! And Kizmit is so adorable too! Thank you so much for sharing all your lovely animal friends with us.

  • @theworldwhispers
    @theworldwhispers 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kizzie is so big now! Awwww!

    • @theworldwhispers
      @theworldwhispers 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh, and speaking of DFTBA merch - is there any chance the Kemosabe mug will be restocked? I really, really hope so!

  • @squadallaaaaaa8706
    @squadallaaaaaa8706 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would die for Kizmit. Protect her at all costs

  • @samhashemiasl1084
    @samhashemiasl1084 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love green cheek conures

  • @snailmeat2204
    @snailmeat2204 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That's one spikey dog.

  • @Whiteshell204
    @Whiteshell204 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    *I remember in grade 2 I went to a girls bday party and she was from Africa and her brother gave me a quill from one of these guys...wish I knew where it went..I had it for years....*

  • @GhostOfAmsterdam69
    @GhostOfAmsterdam69 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kizmit is one adorable porcupine❤️

  • @ediekoller1144
    @ediekoller1144 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was both educational and Kizmit and Maui and Ginger are absolutely adorable too. And I am a bird owner too (one parakeet) and (one cockatiel). Thanks so much Jessi:)

  • @jjkusaf
    @jjkusaf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Does Augusto know you are using his tie for a belt? :)
    Kizmit is cute (fun seeing her grow over the years) ... doesn't talk quite as much as Kemosabe.

  • @lanah8253
    @lanah8253 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have a green cheek conure myself, and he is the cuddliest little bird ive ever known! such an amazing bird species, loved this video!

  • @ynneper
    @ynneper 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    every video involving a bird is a must see video

  • @jordy_3d
    @jordy_3d 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My pineapple conure is in a bonded pair with the non-pineapple one so seeing those two I keep thinking of the ones I deal with. It's interesting to see how different their personalities are, not just between themselves but between the four of them.
    One of them doesn't like other people too much (beyond the one they chose) but will go on anyone if the other is with him.
    The other loves almost everyone but loves their chosen human so much more, dropping everything to go to them.

  • @sashas3362
    @sashas3362 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That quill skirt is so cute.

  • @amanda8080s
    @amanda8080s 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My green cheek conure, Phoenix is like a mix of Ginger and Maui, he loves cuddles and head scratches, and he also loves to hang upside down on my finger, in his cage, and on towels. I call him bat bird. He also only really likes me, and he just tolerates most other people.

  • @AllisonDrums
    @AllisonDrums 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Jessi, I love the rapport you build with the animals at your facilities, you seem like you have so much love for them! I'm wondering if your compassion for animals influences your dietary choices at all. Thanks!

  • @WireMosasaur
    @WireMosasaur 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Such a huge fan of how that collar belt on kizzy makes it look like she's wearing a lovely skirt, I might try to draw that when I have a moment >u

  • @mikeg9b
    @mikeg9b 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is why I love your videos. So much cuteness.

  • @aellalee4767
    @aellalee4767 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the little birdies. Not sure if I'll own any again. But if I do maybe I'll pick something more like these cuties. Had budgies before, one was a great flier, and he would always encourage the other to come fly around, but his friend was a little clutzy so he usually stuck to walking or stay in their cage.
    I prefer working animals like a cat for catching the occasional mouse or a dog to wander with outside and warn me of larger animals approaching. They were always super happy and seemed more fulfilled with what my family could provide for stimulation.

  • @Epinardscaramel
    @Epinardscaramel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    She’s adorable!

  • @joenicholson3447
    @joenicholson3447 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    She is such a sweet girl !!!!!

  • @LadyJ_88
    @LadyJ_88 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching a porcupine go in for cuddles & happy little birds dancing really made my day! Hahaha So sweet ♡♡

  • @themangle86
    @themangle86 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ginger and Maui are cute af

  • @rikardo1070
    @rikardo1070 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OF YOU !!!!!!!!!!! SMILES ACROSS THE MILES !!!!!!!!

  • @elizabeths5177
    @elizabeths5177 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was sooo precious!!!

  • @katieb8752
    @katieb8752 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My brother loves your birds.

  • @RavenWindrunner
    @RavenWindrunner 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching animal keepers with the animals they take care of, it's so endearing seeing the love they have for the animals.

  • @mygirldarby
    @mygirldarby 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love her Mohawk and her little grass skirt. She's adorable!!

  • @dhwani3027
    @dhwani3027 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so glad that I discovered this video 🥰🥰

  • @loverlei79
    @loverlei79 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    omg! woman, you are so brave!

  • @onii-san3851
    @onii-san3851 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    They are sooo lovely

  • @pervyturtle2673
    @pervyturtle2673 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kizmet got so big!

  • @facesbysusanna
    @facesbysusanna 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg Kizmit is my favorite

  • @Northern5tar
    @Northern5tar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "You can't make a porcupine do something they don't want to do. They have to want to do it."
    Me: I found my spirit animal!!

  • @lauraunderwood265
    @lauraunderwood265 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching the birds watch your hands move as you talk near the end of the video! So cute!

  • @a.m.7438
    @a.m.7438 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No job is ever easy. Caring for other loving things as a job must be intense. But you're doing a great thing. Keep having fun with it.
    It looks like she has a big appetite.

    • @mikeholmes1459
      @mikeholmes1459 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your typo is wonderful. :)

    • @a.m.7438
      @a.m.7438 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mikeholmes1459 what typ- oh...

  • @puffintube6312
    @puffintube6312 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love ginger and Maui 🥰

  • @talanimae2640
    @talanimae2640 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My goodness Kismet has come such a long way! And getting so big!

  • @kellkell-er6bv
    @kellkell-er6bv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Kismet is so beautiful. Since she is so social do you think your organization would ever get a mate for her?

  • @DylanLav13
    @DylanLav13 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kizmit is so freaking cute!!
    Never thought I'd say that about a porcupine.

  • @nice2care
    @nice2care 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maui looks exactly like my GCC, she even behaves the same way .

  • @tunesquicklee
    @tunesquicklee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    4:54 um jessi...is that tie for a a belt?? lol
    if it is, i gotta admire the macgyvering of the situation.

  • @saturnx3240
    @saturnx3240 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is adorable!

  • @ItsChurchieYall
    @ItsChurchieYall 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awww! The conures are so precious!

  • @muktinathholisticcenter608
    @muktinathholisticcenter608 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your videos! ☺☺🙂 sorry about the virus!😷🤒

  • @Thukfudo
    @Thukfudo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you tried giving snow to the animals? Of course just the ones that will not be hurt by it and might enjoy it.
    Maybe the ravens. When I was little my neighbor raised a crow and when it snowed for the first time it tried to hide a block of snow in the snow. It was looking like it had fun. Maybe the ravens will enjoy snow, too.

  • @pdaphuulz8219
    @pdaphuulz8219 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kizmit is super-stylish.

  • @Kirikaeru
    @Kirikaeru 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I saw my name on the wall!!! I love my paw print ^^

  • @DreamyDuskywing
    @DreamyDuskywing 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video, it is really lovely to see the animals enjoying some bonding time and interaction with you x

  • @holly7869
    @holly7869 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    She's gotten so big!!

  • @kenrickbautista6141
    @kenrickbautista6141 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jessi, you're so adorable I just want to hug you! 😍

  • @KarynPeterson
    @KarynPeterson 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    She wears the collar as a Fashionable Belt and i love it.

  • @futuregreatestpresidentale1221
    @futuregreatestpresidentale1221 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Her quills looks like a skirt. Too cute.

  • @GhostOfAmsterdam69
    @GhostOfAmsterdam69 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s really wonderful to see you put so much love and care in your interaction with the animals. Definitely gained a subscriber here!

  • @Pabxie
    @Pabxie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love ur videos so much! they’re so helpful and fun!❤️❤️

  • @sansiaray777
    @sansiaray777 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    They are all adorable 💕

  • @oui-nonmaybe2127
    @oui-nonmaybe2127 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just discovered your site. Great job! YOU have new subscriber. Can t wait to watch more!

  • @joan4239
    @joan4239 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was awesome 😍

  • @StormiidaeBlogspot
    @StormiidaeBlogspot 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love what you do and how you do it.

  • @lancetitan5931
    @lancetitan5931 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im so glade im not the only one thats addicted to animals =)

  • @chloepeifly
    @chloepeifly 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    omg ginger dancing

  • @sloanhadley
    @sloanhadley 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    love kizmit's super rad mohawk! she could be a lead singer of a punk band

  • @vichuhhh
    @vichuhhh 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a pineapple and gcc too ☺️ love my boys so much! Conures are definitely my favorite

  • @AlthenaLuna
    @AlthenaLuna 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Kizzy kisses and cuddling conures.

  • @phancyisfancy8510
    @phancyisfancy8510 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I get laughed at for walking my chickens, heres someone walkimg their porcupine

  • @tymeryder7264
    @tymeryder7264 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video.

  • @oui-nonmaybe2127
    @oui-nonmaybe2127 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    P.S. Ginger just lighting up like a firecracker when you were singing! I fell off my chair laughing!