I have a 19 year old grey named Smokie. Last week she was on my shoulder in the kitchen "helping" me clean up. I opened the refrigerator and, as I leaned in, she turned to me and said, "Are you hungry?" I just about fell on the floor laughing. Everything I pointed at she'd say, "Mmmmm. Want some!" So I took out an apple and she went to town. It's impossible to explain how much I love my "little girl". She's never boring and she fills my life with laughter.
Thanks for that great story! I have had similar experiences with Poppy. I asked her what I should have for lunch and she said "How about fish?". Or I told her I was going to make a salad and asked her what should I put in it? She said "how about celery?" I said what else? She said "pepper" I asked What else. She said "carrots"! I love her with the greatest love a person can have! So I understand you completely.
Popi is very cute. I have an African Grey Congo Mariah and a Timneh Mica. They are so much fun. I just put out Mariah's first youtube video. She likes to scold the dogs for barking. I have one that barks a lot. I look forward to seeing more of Popi.
what a great video! african greys are one of my favorite birds, and until i have the space (and money) to get my own, i will certainly follow Poppy! i love how well she pronounces "pretty" at the beginning :)
This is a very smart bird, I have enjoyed this video alot, my birds were responding to it. It was neat, when Poppy talked- I would repeat it to them, they loved it. :) Thank you for posting this. :)
Poppy does similar things. When I yell at her she says "sorry". If I tell her she is pretty she says "thank you". When she wants another almond she says "want more". They are so smart!!
Poppy is 5 years old. She is really an exceptional bird. I dont even teach her, she hears a sentence and almost immediately repeats it. I tell her she is smart and she says "thank you". I hope you take a look at her other videos.
As a long time parrot owner I should tell you up front that all parrots scream especially when their needs are not met. By that I mean they are very social creatures and need a great deal of affection and attention. A lonely bird will scream. To own a parrot is a big responsibility and commitment to their well being.
How old is Poppy? His vocabulary and pronunciation are superb. My Grey is talking, but is only 19 months old at this point. Seeing videos like this one is inspirational for training my bird.
Poppy will be 4 years old in August. She is the smartest bird I have ever known. Be sure to see her Best Talking Video (Part 1 but not named that). She links sentences together like:" I'm hungry, how about some food?"or" I'm tired, ready go bed"
You are correct. That other bird is a Hawkhead Parrot. He has his own bath video in case you are interested. Its called "Taco the Hawkhead Takes A Bath"
Parrots require a lot of work. They are great pets if you have the time to spend with them as they can get very lonely if left alone for any length of time. Poppy never stops talking so I would say yes she is very noisy. Sometimes she squawks and the noise can be very annoying. Parrots are also very messy and throw their food all over the place. You need a vacuum on hand at all times. On the other hand she is a wonderful friend and companion and very entertaining.
When I am mad at her and tell her she is in big trouble, she will reply with "I'm sorry!" When I tell her how pretty she is she says "Thank you!" So you be the judge.
Wow . I see there's a lot of jealous people here. There's no way . This is one of the best videos. They are all good. I love poppy the best parrot ever. So don't mind the jealous people because that's all it is is jealousy. They probably have a parrot that's not as smart as Poppy. I watch poppy everyday and he makes my day. I love love love him. Thank you for the videos. You did a fantastic job with him.
Yes there is a Hawkhead Parrot in the background. He has his own bath video on TH-cam. Check out all of Poppy's videos - there are a ton of them on here. And thanks for the nice compliment. Poppy has great pronunciation skills. You should hear how she says "dirty". It comes out like " dir tee"
I love this beast. OMG TACOALF....wow your parrot speaks so man ywords!!!!, and SOOOO clear. We have a senegal and the words are so diff. LMAO see what she says at the end??? You're all wet. Taco, can you have cuddle time with her? We are deciding on a new parrot (and maccaws are too big/noise) but i told moms I wanted a Timneh. Let me know please :)
My sister has an African Gray and they are extremely intelligent and long lived ! Make sure you have someone to leave the bird to if you should pass away !
He us sooo cute!! I hv a 12 wks old baby he is sooo naughty, got him wen he was 6 wks old, it's hard work looking after them just like a 6 month old human baby, my Alfie barks copies my dog and makes kiss sound... Wen did urs start talking??
My first African Grey was named Alfie. She was a wonderful bird and I had her for 28 years. Poppy is now 7 and if I recall she started talking around 1 year old perhaps sooner. People dont realize how much work a parrot involves and how much attention they need. Its a major commitment but the joy they give us is immeasurable.
absolutely hilarious... :-P like; b.s.w/ur best friend.love ya max,ur owner is cute too.but can see where he's real: michevous as well.oh well...gotta love him:-*
Oh, that is a very good question! If no one is home then there is no way to know if she is talking! But she does talk when I am in the other room so a human doesnt have to be present, at least we know that.
Hi Beats, No, Poppy is not a cuddling parrot and she doesn't like to be petted either. What she does like is to have her head and neck scratched though. She is sweet and gentle. Timneh are smaller grays, Im not sure about their talking ability. Be aware that all parrots can be very loud at times especially if they are not getting enough attention.
So glad you and your birds enjoyed it. Please visit Poppy's newest, longest, and best talking video called "Poppy the African Grey's Hottest New Video June 2012. If you liked this one, you will LOVE the new one!
As A parrot is not like a dog to rough and tumble with and some choose not to talk. So if you have all these requirements you may be very disappointed and the bird you buy will have an unfortunate life. Maybe this is not what you want to hear but its best to know in advance what might happen if you have unrealistic expectations. I hope this helps and that you make the right decision for you and the bird. Best wishes
Sorry, I thought I replied previously. Poppy does not like to cuddle. She is not from a cuddly species. If you want cuddling you best do that with a cockatoo. Unfortunately cockatoos require constant cuddling and attention so beware! If they dont get enough attention they will scream and very loudly.
Eclectus can be extremely loud, African Greys can have an irritating call, and Amazons can be a difficult bird to own as they are unpredictable. There are no guarantees that the bird you buy will love you and your family. Sometimes a bird will bond with one person and dislike the rest of the group which can be very frustrating for both you and the bird.
Hello, I have left a lengthy answer to your question about buying and owning a parrot. I hope the information is helpful and that you make the right decision. It is not an easy one.
Thank u for replying, I hv written to soo many grey owners but none replied😒... My baby refuses to eat by himself still has to b hand fed, he does not eat seeds nor pellet nor water I hv to give him, he weighs 535gm and I am worried, he is very active and naughty, does not like his cage, it's become difficult as he flys around the house, I am worried he is going to get hurt hence I am stuck in the house as I can't leave him...please help me and advice me regarding eating and how to wean him and make him go into his cage... Many thanks!!
I hope this is going to gizmo. You tube has made it difficult to reply to comments. You may send emails to me directly at tacoalf@aol.com. As far as Alfie goes I would say you got her too soon from the breeder who should be doing the weaning, not the owner. You should not be having to hand feed a bird that comes home. Her wings should be clipped properly by a qualified vet so that she doesn't fly around and hurt herself. You also need to take Alfie to an avian vet as soon as possible. She has problems which need to be addressed quickly and soon. Please let me know that you received my message by responding to my private email address with the word Alfie in the subject line and we can talk further
Thats very common. They are smart and know that you are trying to video them. What I do is position the camera and then look away and she doesnt know Im videoing her!
Oh ok im so sorry I hear her now, and sorry for calling her a he. I want one really bad, but I don't know how easy or hard it is to take care of them. I love all animals and a parrot or parrotlet is one that I've always wanted. And I give my animals alot of attention, maybe to much because they're spoiled rotten and demand everything they want and get it especially attention
It is a great deal of work to own birds, I can tell you from experience. They need a lot of attention just like a little child. They throw their food around, are very messy and I am constantly cleaning up after them. When they are out of the cage (and they need to be out most of the time) you have to watch them so they dont chew up your house. Fresh foods must be prepared daily and cleaned up daily as well. Cages need to be kept clean. The larger the bird the more work is involved. Hope this helps you make a decision.
she is so loved. her peak is not black and tail still not red all the way I hope she is okay I send a lot of money on but that dose not matter I love her and she loves me\
I have a 19 year old grey named Smokie. Last week she was on my shoulder in the kitchen "helping" me clean up. I opened the refrigerator and, as I leaned in, she turned to me and said, "Are you hungry?" I just about fell on the floor laughing. Everything I pointed at she'd say, "Mmmmm. Want some!" So I took out an apple and she went to town.
It's impossible to explain how much I love my "little girl". She's never boring and she fills my life with laughter.
I love these videos very much, nature is wonderful. Poppy is so clever.
Thanks for that great story! I have had similar experiences with Poppy. I asked her what I should have for lunch and she said "How about fish?". Or I told her I was going to make a salad and asked her what should I put in it? She said "how about celery?" I said what else? She said "pepper" I asked What else. She said "carrots"! I love her with the greatest love a person can have! So I understand you completely.
They are such wonderful creatures!!
Popi is very cute. I have an African Grey Congo Mariah and a Timneh Mica. They are so much fun. I just put out Mariah's first youtube video. She likes to scold the dogs for barking. I have one that barks a lot. I look forward to seeing more of Popi.
what a great video! african greys are one of my favorite birds, and until i have the space (and money) to get my own, i will certainly follow Poppy! i love how well she pronounces "pretty" at the beginning :)
This is a very smart bird, I have enjoyed this video alot, my birds were responding to it. It was neat, when Poppy talked- I would repeat it to them, they loved it. :) Thank you for posting this. :)
Another nice performance. Thank you Poppy, you are the best.😁.🔝.
i love the parrot i love all parrots their a bundle of joy mixed with small needles and a loving and warm heart
The needles are their nails when they haven't been filed!
Great vid our Esther our African Grey loves them!
Poppy is 5 years old and started talking around the one year mark and hasnt stopped since. New words and saying every day!
Poppy does similar things. When I yell at her she says "sorry". If I tell her she is pretty she says "thank you". When she wants another almond she says "want more". They are so smart!!
beautiful, simply awesome !
Very cute! Must be very funny to hear that!
Poppy is 5 years old. She is really an exceptional bird. I dont even teach her, she hears a sentence and almost immediately repeats it. I tell her she is smart and she says "thank you". I hope you take a look at her other videos.
I could listen to her all day!
La Dama del Caribe I have to listen to her all day! She never stops talking!
If the bird can connect any word with her emotions, I will be blown away. That is when we can say she can talk.
I love your bird. I wish you would allow her the gift of flight. My grey LOVES to fly and talk.
Thanks! I love my Poppy bird, too. She does fly around but not fully flighted so as to protect her from harm.
LOL this is awesome! My grey will be 11 in February and talks too but the moment I turn a camera on him he shuts up.
They are a lot of work!! But once the lights go out she is quiet until early light, then she starts talking under her cover. No late sleeping here!
I love her vocabulary wants breakfast, yoghurt, grapefruit, egg toast and milk, that’s a hearty breakfast. And then she wants some cake. Smashing!
So precious...
That is a lot of birds! I also have a Hawkhead. He has his own video: Taco the Hawkhead takes a Bath. Its very cute!
Its especially funny when she says that to the bird sitter!
Hahah, adorable! 2:11 "I want cake."
As a long time parrot owner I should tell you up front that all parrots scream especially when their needs are not met. By that I mean they are very social creatures and need a great deal of affection and attention. A lonely bird will scream. To own a parrot is a big responsibility and commitment to their well being.
My grey Baby doesn't like to cuddle or be pet either! He's almost 15 yrs old & he continues to learn & pick up new words!!
Yes, she truly is!
what a wonderful bird !! are they hard to have as a house pet and also are they noisy in the morning
I missed you! You're all wet. Soup!
That was TERRIFIC! Thank you!
Yes I have seen caiques in action. They are very silly and lovable birds.
that's great! best wishes
How old is Poppy? His vocabulary and pronunciation are superb.
My Grey is talking, but is only 19 months old at this point. Seeing videos like this one is inspirational for training my bird.
When I call my mother, my parrot answers instead of Mom
hahaha lol xD
"So stupid"... Omg! 👊😂👌
Thank you! She is sweet, too!
That is hysterical!
Adorable bird...poor thing sounds Hungry. So who is lonely??
violet petals I'm a big gourmet cook! She gets to sample everything. She asks everyone if they are lonely!
Poppy will be 4 years old in August. She is the smartest bird I have ever known. Be sure to see her Best Talking Video (Part 1 but not named that). She links sentences together like:" I'm hungry, how about some food?"or" I'm tired, ready go bed"
I love birds
You are correct. That other bird is a Hawkhead Parrot. He has his own bath video in case you are interested. Its called "Taco the Hawkhead Takes A Bath"
Cool but man that would freak me out too much to own one. I can imagine waking up in the middle of the night with it talking lol
Parrots require a lot of work. They are great pets if you have the time to spend with them as they can get very lonely if left alone for any length of time. Poppy never stops talking so I would say yes she is very noisy. Sometimes she squawks and the noise can be very annoying. Parrots are also very messy and throw their food all over the place. You need a vacuum on hand at all times. On the other hand she is a wonderful friend and companion and very entertaining.
When I am mad at her and tell her she is in big trouble, she will reply with "I'm sorry!"
When I tell her how pretty she is she says "Thank you!"
So you be the judge.
Wow . I see there's a lot of jealous people here. There's no way . This is one of the best videos. They are all good. I love poppy the best parrot ever. So don't mind the jealous people because that's all it is is jealousy. They probably have a parrot that's not as smart as Poppy. I watch poppy everyday and he makes my day. I love love love him. Thank you for the videos. You did a fantastic job with him.
fancynancy829 thank you for all your kind words!
He is perfect :-)
Yes there is a Hawkhead Parrot in the background. He has his own bath
video on TH-cam. Check out all of Poppy's videos - there are a ton of
them on here. And thanks for the nice compliment.
Poppy has great pronunciation skills. You should hear how she says "dirty". It comes out like " dir tee"
hi wat camera did u use
I love this beast. OMG TACOALF....wow your parrot speaks so man ywords!!!!, and SOOOO clear. We have a senegal and the words are so diff.
LMAO see what she says at the end??? You're all wet.
Taco, can you have cuddle time with her? We are deciding on a new parrot (and maccaws are too big/noise) but i told moms I wanted a Timneh.
Let me know please :)
I would love to see Mariah's video, can you send me the link? When I yell at Poppy to stop making noise she says "SORRY!"
My sister has an African Gray and they are extremely intelligent and long lived ! Make sure you have someone to leave the bird to if you should pass away !
Speaks so clearly
Adorable
He us sooo cute!! I hv a 12 wks old baby he is sooo naughty, got him wen he was 6 wks old, it's hard work looking after them just like a 6 month old human baby, my Alfie barks copies my dog and makes kiss sound... Wen did urs start talking??
My first African Grey was named Alfie. She was a wonderful bird and I had her for 28 years. Poppy is now 7 and if I recall she started talking around 1 year old perhaps sooner. People dont realize how much work a parrot involves and how much attention they need. Its a major commitment but the joy they give us is immeasurable.
Ha ha "No Bites".
absolutely hilarious... :-P like; b.s.w/ur best friend.love ya max,ur owner is cute too.but can see where he's real:
michevous as well.oh well...gotta love him:-*
Oh, that is a very good question! If no one is home then there is no way to know if she is talking! But she does talk when I am in the other room so a human doesnt have to be present, at least we know that.
Hi Beats, No, Poppy is not a cuddling parrot and she doesn't like to be petted either. What she does like is to have her head and neck scratched though. She is sweet and gentle. Timneh are smaller grays, Im not sure about their talking ability. Be aware that all parrots can be very loud at times especially if they are not getting enough attention.
can the bird attach the phrases she saying with her emotions?
So glad you and your birds enjoyed it. Please visit Poppy's newest, longest, and best talking video called "Poppy the African Grey's Hottest New Video June 2012. If you liked this one, you will LOVE the new one!
Need moooorrreeeeeee long videos please!!
Poppy is a girl bird. She is the best bird in the whole world!
thank you!
Poppy is a champion
Try a caique. The are called the clowns of the bird world. Small, but very funny.
Cute!
As A parrot is not like a dog to rough and tumble with and some choose not to talk. So if you have all these requirements you may be very disappointed and the bird you buy will have an unfortunate life. Maybe this is not what you want to hear but its best to know in advance what might happen if you have unrealistic expectations. I hope this helps and that you make the right decision for you and the bird. Best wishes
Over 12 minutes of non stop talking!
Sorry, I thought I replied previously. Poppy does not like to cuddle. She is not from a cuddly species. If you want cuddling you best do that with a cockatoo. Unfortunately cockatoos require constant cuddling and attention so beware! If they dont get enough attention they will scream and very loudly.
Eclectus can be extremely loud, African Greys can have an irritating call, and Amazons can be a difficult bird to own as they are unpredictable. There are no guarantees that the bird you buy will love you and your family. Sometimes a bird will bond with one person and dislike the rest of the group which can be very frustrating for both you and the bird.
Hello, I have left a lengthy answer to your question about buying and owning a parrot. I hope the information is helpful and that you make the right decision. It is not an easy one.
I had the vet do a gender test when she was a baby
1:52 Dont chew your poo! :D
Awesome vid :)
Thank u for replying, I hv written to soo many grey owners but none replied😒... My baby refuses to eat by himself still has to b hand fed, he does not eat seeds nor pellet nor water I hv to give him, he weighs 535gm and I am worried, he is very active and naughty, does not like his cage, it's become difficult as he flys around the house, I am worried he is going to get hurt hence I am stuck in the house as I can't leave him...please help me and advice me regarding eating and how to wean him and make him go into his cage... Many thanks!!
I hope this is going to gizmo. You tube has made it difficult to reply to comments. You may send emails to me directly at tacoalf@aol.com.
As far as Alfie goes I would say you got her too soon from the breeder who should be doing the weaning, not the owner. You should not be having to hand feed a bird that comes home. Her wings should be clipped properly by a qualified vet so that she doesn't fly around and hurt herself.
You also need to take Alfie to an avian vet as soon as possible. She has problems which need to be addressed quickly and soon.
Please let me know that you received my message by responding to my private email address with the word Alfie in the subject line and we can talk further
how old is he?
Look at how pritt-y!
Thats very common. They are smart and know that you are trying to video them. What I do is position the camera and then look away and she doesnt know Im videoing her!
Does it sound like you?
Is this bird still alive?
Yes she is still alive and doing great.
do you sell you parrot ?
Yes, she sounds exactly like my voice
Your a pest, I almost fell off my chair from laughing. He/She talks so clear.
Oh ok im so sorry I hear her now, and sorry for calling her a he. I want one really bad, but I don't know how easy or hard it is to take care of them. I love all animals and a parrot or parrotlet is one that I've always wanted. And I give my animals alot of attention, maybe to much because they're spoiled rotten and demand everything they want and get it especially attention
It is a great deal of work to own birds, I can tell you from experience. They need a lot of attention just like a little child. They throw their food around, are very messy and I am constantly cleaning up after them. When they are out of the cage (and they need to be out most of the time) you have to watch them so they dont chew up your house. Fresh foods must be prepared daily and cleaned up daily as well. Cages need to be kept clean. The larger the bird the more work is involved. Hope this helps you make a decision.
Please do not use my TH-cam site for merchandising purposes, I do not endorse online parrot sales
She certainly can be a pest! Never stops talking!
Really! Another identical Poppy! Now that is weird!
be sure to see Poppy's newest talking video:
Poppy the African Grey's Hottest New Video June 2012
She is 5 years old
he's lovely sounds a little like bibi my brother has 1 called poppy she's 15 does he have a blog lol from the uk thanks x🎍🎍🎍
Lol no poppy doesn't have her own blog!
She is really saying "dont chew your food" not poo that wouldnt be very nice would it? She is 4 years old. See her new videos posted 8/5/11
Oh. My. God.
she is so loved. her peak is not black and tail still not red all the way I hope she is okay I send a lot of money on but that dose not matter I love her and she loves me\
already done!
whahahahah i know i was thinking the same, his voice sounds like a real human kinda scary.. a bit
i have one its easy but the one i have bites
❤
yes
Please DO NOT buy parrots from online sellers. I do not approve plus I do not authorize anyone to use my TH-cam videos as sales tools!!
i had a love bird but it died last coupel of years
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