I fell in love with an eclectus parrot at a bird sanctuary recently and I had no idea these guys existed. They are so chill and I just want one now lol. I was talking to him and all he said to me after I asked him something was “huh?” and it was such a vibe.
I’m a 30 year old man with not much going on in life, recently divorced with major trust issues now and I have never even thought of the possibility of owning a parrot one day but maybe it is actually a good idea? It lives for like 30 years which is probably about how much longer I will live. All I eat is fruit and veggies so I think taking care of it would actually be pretty easy.
From my research it seems like they generally don’t like to be handled much and are just content to chill in the corner of the room while you do your thing. My condo has a room with 18ft ceilings and eclectus are usually super quiet and aren’t very destructive supposedly.
I was thinking about getting a cat but honestly a parrot is just way more affectionate, intelligent, and interesting.
Anyone weigh in on this topic?
Also is it possible to teach a parrot to speak like RFK Jr?
Same thing as a dog, you teach it that that sort of behaviour doesn’t result in treats or praise
Tell us you have no experience with parrots without telling us you have no experience with parrots.
I am not a birdologist, but everything I’ve ever heard about parrots tells me that is 1000% incorrect. They are as smart as an older child and like 25 times more recalcitrant.
recalcitrant
adjective
– Stubbornly resistant to or defiant of authority or guidance. synonym: obstinate. Similar: obstinate
Yep. Had a roommate with a very chill parrot and the owner was clear on how to act around it because she didn’t want to be annoyed by it. It definitely knew when you were talking about it and would perk up into the conversation. Very cute, but lots of mental effort required to keep them well behaved.
In short, pets are loved ones, not playmates.
My understanding is that you just don’t even address the bad behaviour at all and it should just fade away if they don’t get the reaction they want from you. Like a child as you said
I understand why you might think that, but that really doesn’t apply to a parrot and their noise.
Btw, an eclectus can (and probably will, regularly) emit sounds loud enough to make your ears ring. They’re meant to be heard over long distances outside in the open. Inside the walls of a home, it’s crazy loud.
Edit to add: They also make the noises when you’re not even home. It has nothing to do with treats.