Week 1 With Bean The African Grey!

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  • Documenting my entire first week with Bean the terrified 8 year old African grey parrot.
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  • @justingoforth8053
    @justingoforth8053 2 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    I have a masters degree in evolutionary biology. Parrots are extremely complex in their social needs, activity needs, etc. The kind of social relationships they build are so complex and important. Much of this is due to their incredible longevity in life spans and level of intelligence. I love seeing your work, you absolutely get it about their needs. They require much more care, time and interactions/activities than any other kind of pet.

    • @rajens1
      @rajens1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I have a PhD in Parrot stuff and what you say is correct.

    • @georgiegaston1033
      @georgiegaston1033 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      .

    • @carolhartley4448
      @carolhartley4448 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hi, I am saying you are right, but you know it, very well stated👍👍

    • @ladylaois8184
      @ladylaois8184 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      beautifully put

    • @jussilahteenmaki3475
      @jussilahteenmaki3475 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@rajens1 I am not a parrot, but can repeat what other people say and what you say is correct.

  • @brandonedgecomb5281
    @brandonedgecomb5281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The positive communication is so beautiful. I can't help antropomorphisizing but the "love" and trust you're building are gorgeous.

  • @sjsmith9637
    @sjsmith9637 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It also looks like he needs a way to say "no." It looks like he uses head scratches to stop humans from making him do stuff. They're so smart they really need ways to 'say' what they want.

    • @jennip13
      @jennip13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He does say no lol he shakes his head when he doesn’t want something

    • @alistairlewis2461
      @alistairlewis2461 ปีที่แล้ว

      Our parrot says no and it sounds like “Fah. Fah” In a very firm way. Both sounds are clipped. Short. Not run together. We immediately respond. Withdraw or change what we were requesting.

  • @Diana-mc8zk
    @Diana-mc8zk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    He’s making amazing progress. Such a smooth transition! I’m not even halfway through the video and I had to say something. That’s going to be one tough project bird to part from. Maybe Cressi can have a boyfriend. Can’t wait to see more progress!

  • @bobbybrooks4826
    @bobbybrooks4826 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    He seems happy out there and happy to be eating out there..... one step closer to freedom

  • @tracyyarbrough3358
    @tracyyarbrough3358 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’m really happy to see Bean looking happier than the first time I saw him.

  • @candacelemming858
    @candacelemming858 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Such a transformation and a total pleasure to watch. I've fallen for Bean. ❤️ He's a new bird. 😊 It's sad that he spent 8 years eating trash food, with a list of preservatives as long as your arm. But now, he's loving life and living large. 🤣 You go Bean😍

    • @natalyazakharova3464
      @natalyazakharova3464 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He ate good food, which previous owner brought along and she said he eats lots of vegetables. Who told u he was eating trash food for 8 years!??

  • @victoriablanc761
    @victoriablanc761 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think a lot of people underestimate the feelings of animals and birds. animals and birds really develop love and deep trust with their owners and they are often devastated when they lose one. it takes them time to grieve that loss. it's good to see him coming around a little.

  • @Zarox8811
    @Zarox8811 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Bean asking for head scritches is the cutest thing!!

    • @user-vx5em6hp9o
      @user-vx5em6hp9o 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We own bean now and he does this so much! We could try to pick him up but he just puts his head down for pets

  • @Loveofpets
    @Loveofpets 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    You made so much progress with Bean. He looks so happy

  • @p.maryyayabear7078
    @p.maryyayabear7078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I agree. He seems excited looking at the outside. He looks so happy out there. You have fostered trust with him so smoothly.

  • @mermaidswhimsy8601
    @mermaidswhimsy8601 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bean says, "New Mommy I love you and you are taking such good care of me. Look how good I ate!" He is doing really good with your daughter too! Great job! People may wonder why you leave the tags, but I know they love chewing those tags up! So fun!

  • @suzannecarpenter4413
    @suzannecarpenter4413 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I know a lady that keeps her two African grey birds in an outdoor cage. It is big, but not an aviary.

  • @vickiepearson5345
    @vickiepearson5345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Jaime, so good to see Bean doing so well with his training. Glad he is happy with being on stands and especially outside. Thank you Jaime for working with birds and showing us how we can help our birds.

  • @jenivieve8273
    @jenivieve8273 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I never realised parrots were such messy eaters - they almost seem like their beaks get in the way of a full mouthful! He is super sweet.

  • @allisoncompeaux3981
    @allisoncompeaux3981 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    U r a very special person. There are not very many in the world like u - and your family. It is a very intense life to be devoted like you are. Having sleepless nights, worrying about a helpless animal. Wishing to win the lottery so that we could change the world. But we do change the world, don't we?

  • @justingoforth8053
    @justingoforth8053 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Bean is a beautiful bird. It's so great to see how he's doing. I think you could give him head scratches for hours and he would just sit there lol.

  • @littlemidwestrebornsdolls
    @littlemidwestrebornsdolls 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Seeing Bean learn to trust you was amazing!

  • @trumanhw
    @trumanhw ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're a PROFOUNDLY good communicator ... and Bean? Is truly adorable and SWEET. Thank you

  • @sheinz6119
    @sheinz6119 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    African Greys are sooo smart and very individual like a human. Thanks for showing us that cutey and his progress. Being owned by a CAG, I can identify with much of what you said.

  • @TimothyWilke
    @TimothyWilke 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    They love to be outside mine loves it

  • @utubewatcher3852
    @utubewatcher3852 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I had a neighbor that was trying to get her bird to say hello tell the bird got out with in a tree was saying hello every time someone walked by it was funny

  • @teamgaming6700
    @teamgaming6700 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow that is so cool 😍😍😍 I have a African grey her name is Brittan and it took me 2 years to get her used to me 😂😂

    • @michaelrodriguez9145
      @michaelrodriguez9145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They are definitely birds compared their family members.

  • @Sea-cucumber1151
    @Sea-cucumber1151 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Looks like a beautiful Robins nest under your patio!🐣. His previous owner did wonders with him, he is such a well behaved sweet boy!

  • @tamipalin8171
    @tamipalin8171 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    So very cool to see Bean's progress!!! And as someone who lives in southern Idaho, I can completely relate to your statement about "gotta love Idaho weather!"

    • @peepsicle
      @peepsicle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Having never been to Idaho, what’s the deal? Does it change suddenly often?

    • @tamipalin8171
      @tamipalin8171 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@peepsicle Yes, it does. There's an old saying that if you don't like the weather in Idaho, stick around five minutes and it will change, LOL.

  • @peepsicle
    @peepsicle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Bean seems like such a sweetie. It’s great to be able to watch these videos now, having wondered what went down with Bean. It’s lovely to see him come out of his shell and trust the people around him, and enjoy himself

  • @user-tk1rk7fi7b
    @user-tk1rk7fi7b 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bean is very cool and laid back African grey!!❤❤❤

  • @suzannecarpenter4413
    @suzannecarpenter4413 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I feel so sorry for this bird losing his family and home. Everything he knew and loved is lost. He will need time to grieve.😢

  • @josietindell5615
    @josietindell5615 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love how he holds his head down for scratches 🥰

  • @ParrotandBirds
    @ParrotandBirds 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gratulálok nagy szép papagáj. Köszönöm a magyar feliratot is 😉😃

  • @andrewgilbertson5356
    @andrewgilbertson5356 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello from England 🇬🇧

  • @cecerider4414
    @cecerider4414 ปีที่แล้ว

    He is TELLING YOU he wants outside. I think he wants to go find his missing mama.

  • @rebeccaburrow7199
    @rebeccaburrow7199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The advice about not treating every bird identically is also true for children. The things i found punishment/reinforcement were not the same for my brother. I didnt mind being sent to my room (bird cage) cause thats where all my stuff was. 😂

  • @ibwendybASMR
    @ibwendybASMR 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    OMG I TOTALLY KNOW LAURA!!!💜💜💜💜 I thought I recognized the name Bean & it being an African grey. Which I also know that Bean was a VERY loved bird of Laura's, so it breaks my heart to see what she must of been going through!💔 At least I know Bean was in good hands....
    I actually bought my very tiny, baby timneh african grey from her back when she use to be in that sorta business.🦜 Also for years after too, she was a great woman/friend that was always there to help when I was having parrot worries & constant questions etc. as it was all new for me back then!💜Then I also found out that I too had Lyme's as well. Anyways, Praying for her and her lil family & I hope she's doing much better by now too!?(Guess I better check on her myself.) She's got some pretty amazing parents too I remember! 💜🙏🏼
    BTW I just adopted a neglected 35 year old African grey from a woman I know up in Sandpoint. Sooo, it's been an interesting 24 hrs so far lol!🤷🏼‍♀️🤦🏼‍♀️🧏🏼‍♀️ Wish me luck... I'm also ordering food & some other stuff on your guys website right now tooo! Still searching for the perfect cage for her too...Oh and you'll be happy to know that I didn't get her wings clipped either..🥰

    • @ladylaois8184
      @ladylaois8184 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i’ve just taken on. 26 year old attitude. no idea on sex. i have one i rescued 20 years ago it’s interesting. but this bird is very defensive. the owner used to flick it from behind . unfortunately

    • @ibwendybASMR
      @ibwendybASMR ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ladylaois8184 how very sad.... The previous owner needs to be flicked from behind!!😒

    • @ShellMaky
      @ShellMaky 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@ladylaois8184😢 i hate humans😢 poor baby

  • @kaylarose1992
    @kaylarose1992 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    His personality is the sweetest 😍

  • @klondikekate5126
    @klondikekate5126 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How do you take Bean outside without being afraid he will fly away?

  • @picklerix6162
    @picklerix6162 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I want some ‘birdie bread’.

  • @johnnyswinestein8356
    @johnnyswinestein8356 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First thing you need to know about an African Grey (or any pet) you must let the bird choose YOU you'll know if they like you or dont like you when you first meet each other..they are drawn to you like they know you as other greys wont like when they want to bite when hold out your hand..so shop around til you find the bird that loves you..and make sure your kids understand it..unhappy parrots will start picking their feathers off..

  • @kkmcknight5463
    @kkmcknight5463 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gosh imaging going to the nicest resort spa and being catered to & taken care of in the best ways… This is how it all seems for Bean, he got the chance of a lifetime getting to come to your home!!

  • @Biketunerfy
    @Biketunerfy 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh my goodness you’re so lucky. I’ve wanted an African Grey for 20 years or a Macaw and never been able to afford one and I’d love to take in a rescue or an unwanted pet. I love working with birds. I hope you know how lucky you really are. Here in the U.K. they are around £1,600 which is around $2000 so they are just too expensive for me. Way out of my price bracket. Saved up the money once and my car engine blew up so I had to spend it on a new engine. Took me about 2 years to scrimp and save only for my hopes to be dashed. I’ve still got the cage and equipment and stands for one because I live in hope my good fortunes will come one day.

  • @megz527
    @megz527 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He's looking so much happier now

  • @rachelg9873
    @rachelg9873 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow.... he's making such strides with you. Love to see it.

  • @carolhartley4448
    @carolhartley4448 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How old is Bean? He sure loves being pet! ♥️oh he's 8 years👍

  • @CodeGrayHere
    @CodeGrayHere ปีที่แล้ว

    "Oof" is not as cute as you seem to believe it is.

  • @wonderwend1
    @wonderwend1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fascinating insights

  • @MCrvngraddip2013
    @MCrvngraddip2013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Incredible progress 👏 🦜❤

  • @scleo1959
    @scleo1959 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a nice bird owner you are! This was a joy to watch.

  • @barbaramurphy6680
    @barbaramurphy6680 ปีที่แล้ว

    He says you're like laughing with me so I will get it off! Lol

  • @birdsmariaandsunshinetv9899
    @birdsmariaandsunshinetv9899 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video I love it cute

  • @1973miniclubman
    @1973miniclubman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ur doing a awesome job. 😍 what a cool bird momma 👌🏻

  • @corawalkswithdogs330
    @corawalkswithdogs330 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bean makes me so happy 💜

  • @Charityprincess
    @Charityprincess 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @mattbendzinski4945
    @mattbendzinski4945 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the Bean journey - Yeah !!!

  • @tracyyarbrough3358
    @tracyyarbrough3358 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    He probably wants to escape

  • @mrindia1395
    @mrindia1395 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love u and ur parrot ❤️💙💚🧡

  • @eileenbell8965
    @eileenbell8965 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re so good with him, you really understand him so well

  • @DarkSkies72
    @DarkSkies72 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an angel. I love Bean ❤

  • @beth8095
    @beth8095 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    True love you have for all the bird's
    So easy for anyone who does care/love

  • @anunknownknown
    @anunknownknown 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am so touched by your love for these beautiful companions! I want a parrot!!

  • @louisevad6091
    @louisevad6091 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Imagine that a creature of nature that likes outside.

  • @sweetpeaamzn
    @sweetpeaamzn ปีที่แล้ว

    Adorable...

  • @catherinecahill2367
    @catherinecahill2367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're doing a great job..

  • @catherinelynnfraser2001
    @catherinelynnfraser2001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for sharing the stories of your amazing project birds. I think these tales are really useful for people training and/or retraining their birds.

  • @kevinhayes1656
    @kevinhayes1656 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bean is an amazing bird

  • @susanwest8239
    @susanwest8239 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm so glad to see your videos again. Susan

  • @Internal.Inferno
    @Internal.Inferno ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a beautiful face! A really beautiful African Grey. Hope he's doing well.

  • @ninja36inc
    @ninja36inc ปีที่แล้ว

    you won him over quite fast hope all is well for you and the flock

  • @kellystacy9786
    @kellystacy9786 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Birdie Bread how cute your the sweetest.

  • @susanleilani2408
    @susanleilani2408 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have a great Aviary and good food; wish others would such a thing for their bigger parrots.

  • @elisemiller13
    @elisemiller13 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You're so wonderful to listen to Jamie Leigh! There are Life lessons in your wise words! Well being All.

  • @littlenikki9539
    @littlenikki9539 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bird tricks family, you should adopt Mr Bean yourselves he seems so happy!

    • @BirdTricks
      @BirdTricks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      th-cam.com/video/6wBpCHuSckk/w-d-xo.html Bean has an amazing family and is thriving in his adoptive home 🥰

  • @mayleengomez9102
    @mayleengomez9102 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    He so cute

  • @zabijavak2329
    @zabijavak2329 ปีที่แล้ว

    my lovebird does that thing Bean does on the perch too. I call it the "pancake dance" and he does it when he wants to be out of the cage or when he's about to jump/fly

  • @bernieshort6311
    @bernieshort6311 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful transformation Bean has gone through, he actually looks more like a happy bird, kudos to you for your insight in how to improve his lot. I am sure he is going to make a lovely recovery from his up evil of having to change home and has found someone who will understand his needs. Please will he be able to learn to fly?

  • @kakarikiIck
    @kakarikiIck 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The progress you have made with Bean is incredible! Well done.,

    • @RSTurbo323
      @RSTurbo323 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What breakfast did you give him to eat?

  • @jerrypeal653
    @jerrypeal653 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree , birds do let you know what’s what .

  • @lhmcd5538
    @lhmcd5538 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your work. You are spot on. We are all individuals, animals included and should be treated that way. We humans change from day to day so why wouldn’t a bird, cat, dog, etc. 🙂

  • @susanwest8239
    @susanwest8239 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love your videos!!❤❤Susan

  • @spiritmatter1553
    @spiritmatter1553 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Isn’t this the second AG named Bean you’ve worked with? Or else I’m hallucinating!

    • @BirdTricks
      @BirdTricks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      This is the same Bean. ❤️ The majority of this series was released on Patreon exclusively last year and now I am sharing it with our TH-cam followers 🥰

    • @spiritmatter1553
      @spiritmatter1553 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@BirdTricks Thanks for the reply and clarification! Wish I was able to support you on Patreon.

  • @dimitritucker1077
    @dimitritucker1077 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    *gasp* Idaho! I live there!

  • @lareinadelasaves
    @lareinadelasaves 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Súper schönes Video ♥️♥️

  • @riseandshine5603
    @riseandshine5603 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you have a video on how you make breakfast, lunch and dinner for birds?
    I love that you make fresh food. I want to do it too

  • @scubadoobagirl
    @scubadoobagirl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for all your wonderful videos!! I also have 2 African Greys and a parakeet. Would like to know what temperatures you require for your birds (both for indoors and outdoors)? Can they go from a warm indoor temperature to a brisk outdoor temperature (such as a 10 or 20 degree difference)? Also, what humidity do you recommend for indoor birds?

  • @janetgroves2220
    @janetgroves2220 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you written a book?

  • @lynnwilliams7875
    @lynnwilliams7875 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’d like to know why his perch isn’t along side of his dish? Our AG sits beside his bowl

  • @melissaquintrall5679
    @melissaquintrall5679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you go over the physical changes you've see with Bean from his diet change?

  • @caryannemartinovic8080
    @caryannemartinovic8080 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is interesting bird bread muffins

  • @heyokawolf13
    @heyokawolf13 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I was raised around large birds. Your work is so impressive and inspirational.

  • @HukmayAzan
    @HukmayAzan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How cute, what are you feeding him I'd love to try it for my Indian ringneck

  • @annelowe2691
    @annelowe2691 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would you mind sharing the recipe for the birdie bread? I you videos have helped me with my nanday conure. Thank you.

  • @gailalbers1430
    @gailalbers1430 ปีที่แล้ว

    First video on this channel ; been contemplating getting a grey - but I really enjoy watching loving content like this amongst all that doomsday stuff on here.

    • @joebean3615
      @joebean3615 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just make sure the right fit for one have patience and continue to learn

  • @refaelz.5938
    @refaelz.5938 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love♥️🤗😍

  • @devmaru27
    @devmaru27 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    From @11.42 to 13.20 he's grown up. His eye color has also changed from black to white.

  • @krystalannawilliams2653
    @krystalannawilliams2653 ปีที่แล้ว

    beautiful picture 3:44

  • @lilygraceify
    @lilygraceify 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Not sure if you'll be able to answer or be able to help me or not and this is not related to this video, but I have a Budgie who appears to be having issues with his feet, as far as balancing goes. Have you ever seen this before? He can fly, but can only balance on perch for a short time, been hanging out on the bottom of the cage, and using his beak to move around and climb. Appreciate any advice you have.

  • @michaelduffin2474
    @michaelduffin2474 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi am from Scotland. I got a african grey .as his owner passed away. I had him 1 week today. I kept him in cage. Changed his diet. Added fruit veg loves grapes carrots. He is also 15 years old he started whistling and try to mimic somewords .but he not happy when Goe near cadge..he taken some treats from hand from outside cadge. I love if he talked but that's not important. I just want him happy healthy. But would love him to step up. And just to not be frightened. Around. I also must say he been brought into abit. Busy household. But this doesn't seem to be a problem. I just love some advice on how. 2 try get him trust me more any advice would be great

  • @justkelleydyess1854
    @justkelleydyess1854 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely LOVE watching your videos. Y’all give so much insight to caring for the birds. What’s funny is I don’t even have a bird 😆 I’d love to have one but I’m so nervous that I wouldn’t train correctly and would cause him/her to have bad habits. We also have 3 Labradors that are trained for duck hunting so I am scared they would not understand a pet bird. They are trained to hear a shot, watch to see if a bird falls and then with hand signals they will go out and fetch the ducks. Since they are trained what do you all think? Would it be safe to have a pet bird?

    • @spiritmatter1553
      @spiritmatter1553 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I wouldn’t risk having a pet bird with your Labs around. Is there anyplace near you that would allow you to volunteer so you could be with birds in a place that’s safe for them?

    • @guyoelmatta
      @guyoelmatta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It's hard to say. It's how you introduce them to the bird. I inherited an african grey a couple years after getting my dog and introduced them through the cage and made progress VERY slowly. After that I'd hold my bird at a safe height and let my dog sniff it and over time closed the distance based off both their body language. Id also put the bird on the counter, play or pet her for a couple minutes, then switch to the dog and do the same to give them the idea that we're all doing the same stuff together. It did take a while (a lil over half a year) but now I can place the bird on the ground and the dog would just sniff her to see what's up and let her be. Bird used to get uncomfortable with that, but eventually caught on that she isn't trying to eat her and stopped worrying about it, now she hardly even acknowledges when she does that. Even with all this progress however, when they are together I make sure to keep my eye out on them.
      One thing is all animals are different. Some dogs' instinct are too overwhelming and it'll just see a target to get. I figure the best way to see how your dogs act is to take them to a pet shop, take em to where the birds are and see if they go wild or are whatever about it. If they clearly see the birds but dont get buck wild you may be able to introduce them but it is a slow dedicated process like anything related to birds.

    • @justkelleydyess1854
      @justkelleydyess1854 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@spiritmatter1553 no I don’t have a place to volunteer or anything of that nature. I suppose I’ll just continue to watch the videos and enjoy birds via TH-cam

  • @nancyraftery1997
    @nancyraftery1997 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi there, I’ve been on your website and looked at your downloadable books on feeding and was wondering if your bird bread recipe is in there? I am about to inherit a disabled African grey and he’s currently on the same diet that bean arrived on. Also does it offer advice on coaxing them to try new things?

  • @spiritmatter1553
    @spiritmatter1553 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    12:43 Blue in the background!

  • @conniecatlege9476
    @conniecatlege9476 ปีที่แล้ว

    He loves music but no music yet