Bird found me

[jhsatx]

Hey bird people.

Had a Amazon land on my shoulder the other morning.
Been trying to locate the owner, without success.
All of the lost and found registries have yet to yield positive results.
Thought it time call in support.

What would you do if in similar situation?

Called all local bird vets.
Search many hrs on net.
Called bird rescue centers.

Thanks

 

[GaleriaGila]

Great work, so far!
Maybe he has a chip? A vet could see...

So.......................are you open to adoption, if no owner turns up?

 

[Terry57]

Welcome to the forum!
Here is a link that is mainly for people who have lost a bird, but will work for trying to find an owner as well , I think.
Good luck and I am so happy you are searching for the parront who lost him
http://www.parrotforums.com/lost-found/49129-bring-them-home-tips-locating-lost-bird.html

 

[wrench13]

Craigslist has a pets section where folks who have lost their bird often post. And Craigslist is local for the area. Is the parrot banded. That may yield info for the owner to identify is its claimed. The owner may be around the corner or many miles away. The poor bird is likely frightened.

 

[Terry57]

You may also want to post about the Amazon here in the Lost and Found section:

Lost and Found - Parrot Forum - Parrot Owner's Community

 

[RavensGryf]

That sounds amazing that a large parrot would land on a stranger's shoulder! I've heard of that with budgies, but still unusual. I'd think it would be even more unusual for that to happen with a larger bird. That goes to show you how tame and bonded it is to a human.

Craigslist is probably the most poplular for lost and found? Same with Facebook. Here's one that I've heard people mention. Looks like a good site, I'm not sure if you checked here too. Lost & Found Parrot Registry & Database - 911ParrotAlert

Are you a bird person at all yourself? What are your thoughts on what you'd like to do if an owner is not found even after an extensive search?

 

[Flboy]

Please, keep us updated!

 

[jhsatx]

Thanks for the responses.

Bird equals big commitment, not sure if it's in the cards for us.

It appears to be 14 from the continuous band.
The letters are not listed in the 911 registry.

Bird has foul mouth and demands to be let out early and late.
Possibly a bar bird, the sight of beer makes it weird and insistent.
Bird seems to be dive bombing at times, however it draw blood on me when I retrieve from the bombed recipient.
It just happened during this entry.

Parrots are like petulant 3year olds with a pair of Edward scissor hand on their face.

Been using your search,(feel free to cut and paste any old entries that might be beneficial) and more searching is coming.

 

[Kiwibird]

What a lucky day to be chosen to help this little bird find it's way home. I hope it can be reunited with it's family and that they are a good family.

Because no one has mentioned it yet, despite your efforts you should have a plan of what you will do if you are unable to locate the owner. Being the bird is foul-mouthed, recognizes alcohol and gets excited over it (please don't give the bird beer, it is not good for them even if the bird likes it) and dive bombs, it is entirely possible the bird was intentionally released and no one is looking for it. This is not uncommon. Amazons like to test people, but they are funny birds in that they don't go to who they don't like. IF the owner never comes forward, consider giving this bird a chance, it did choose you after all! A little training and socialization may be all the bird needs to be a great companion. If a bird really isn't in the cards, as a local avian vet for a suggestion on a good shelter to surrender the bird to. They have the resources and ability to pair the bird with a good family

 

[BeatriceC]

I will echo what Kiwibird said about the possibility that it was released intentionally and nobody is looking for it. We actually have a huge flock of wild parrots in my area (conures) that has grown partially by people releasing them when they were no longer wanted. It's really beyond my comprehension that people would do that, but they do.

Given that possibility, I also agree with her that contacting your local avian vet or finding a local parrot rescue would be a wise next step if you really can't keep him.

 

[jhsatx]

Bird is starting to socialize some with the family.

A checkup at a bird vet is still pending, (vet referral appreciated) and with the addition of the new cage, I guess we're fostering for now.

Many thanks to all who contribute to this site, best resource I've found on the web.

 

[SailBoat]

Consider reading the First Thread in the Amazon Forum (highlight in light blue). The subject matter is about understanding Amazon Body Language. This will help greatly in understanding what your Amazon is communicating to you!. Consider setting a chair next to the cage and reading aloud to the Amazon. Commonly, they enjoy being read too!

Any Vet will have a Micro Chip Reader and can quickly scan the Amazon to determine if it has a chip. Normally, if the Parrot has a chip, they remove the band at that time. Sounds like a basic band with nothing more than a date, right?

Will need some idea of where you are to provide a Vet's name.

Thank-you, for your efforts!

 

[MonicaMc]

Have you tried placing found posters at nearby vets offices? (doesn't have to be a bird vet! any vet office would do!) Or at pet stores and grocery stores? And animal shelters?


Some people may be looking for their lost pet but they don't know where to search for them, especially if they are not internet savvy.


If you are on Facebook, you might also try groups based on your state as well as city.

 

[jhsatx]

Thx
That's where we're at

Please, keep us updated!

 

[jhsatx]

Pls don't offended if I haven't responded directly, it's a post count thing..

 

[Scott]

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[jhsatx]

Anansi/other members have help me with a vet referral.
Thanks

 

[SirEdwin89]

i think it's great that you are doing so much for an animal that wasn't even in your Radar, especially since it sounds like you weren't already a bird house. I mean, an amazon with potential baggage can be a lot of work for a dedicated bird person, so that's really just an incredibly stand up thing you are doing.

Where abouts are you located just out of curiosity?

 

[jhsatx]

Thanks, South Texas is our locality.

It is my understanding there are feral/wild flocks of parrots in towns along our boarder with Mexico.

Once the diet is corrected, treats for target training can be sorted out.
It's high strung at times, hoping that help.

 

[Danigrrl39]

Thanks for the responses.

Bird equals big commitment, not sure if it's in the cards for us.

It appears to be 14 from the continuous band.
The letters are not listed in the 911 registry.

Bird has foul mouth and demands to be let out early and late.
Possibly a bar bird, the sight of beer makes it weird and insistent.
Bird seems to be dive bombing at times, however it draw blood on me when I retrieve from the bombed recipient.
It just happened during this entry.

Parrots are like petulant 3year olds with a pair of Edward scissor hand on their face.

I flat out started laughing so hard at this.. welcome and thank you for the laugh!!