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Simple Living
True Blue Farmgirl
1596 Posts
Joan
Staten Island
NY
USA
1596 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 04 2026 : 08:32:09 AM
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Mr. Bird is feeding us out of our home. He is so funny, all he wants to do is eat all day. Any one have experience with this gorgeous parakeet? Should we feed it when it wants? He eats many fruits. He is adorable.
Isaiah 30:15 Your strength will be in keeping calm and showing trust.
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Nancy Joplin
True Blue Farmgirl
672 Posts
Nancy
Ontario
California
USA
672 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2026 : 12:01:52 PM
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Hi, Joan! Don't know anything about parrots, but I love to watch birds! They are just too cute. My Husband and I sit on our patio and watch them eat and play in the bird baths that we have set up for them. So relaxing and fun.
We have a couple of hawks that visit our yard, too. They love to splash in the bird baths! Have fun with your new buddy!
Nancy 8352
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
6919 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6919 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2026 : 07:04:29 AM
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We feed out wild birds with several different food options. What fun and total awe it is to watch these incredible critters fill our back yard restaurant with their presence. On my way right now to fill up some feeders. Despite the heat and lots of pop up rain storms, they just come in between to fill up. Mother Nature is incredible in caring for her critters by giving them what they need to weather the weather.
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
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Simple Living
True Blue Farmgirl
1596 Posts
Joan
Staten Island
NY
USA
1596 Posts |
Posted - Aug 06 2026 : 10:35:21 AM
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Mr. Bird is so funny. I love the fact you all take care of out door birds. We do the same here. Hugs.
Isaiah 30:15 Your strength will be in keeping calm and showing trust.
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msdoolittle
True Blue Farmgirl
1180 Posts
Amanda
East Texas
USA
1180 Posts |
Posted - Aug 15 2026 : 08:25:56 AM
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Hi Joan!
I've had birds as pets for as long as I can remember. This is from my own experience, but I leave non-perishable food out (either a high quality seed mix or pellets or a mix) at all times. Fresh "chop" (i.e. chopped veggies/sprouted grain/small amount of fruits) can be given in the morning and then removed after about an hour or so to prevent spoilage. Water available at all times. There are some things parrots should never have, like avocado, onion, garlic, caffeine, dairy, chocolate...you can look up lists of toxic items online. As a side note, birds are particularly sensitive to fragrances, some essential oils (especially when diffused), and accidentally overheating a Teflon/non-stick pan will kill them (note that I said "overheating"; as in, left forgotten while heating on the stove). All that being said, there are good resources online for more info.
Monk parakeets AKA Quakers are very engaging and wonderful imitators as I'm sure you are finding out!
Amanda
FarmGirl #1390
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Simple Living
True Blue Farmgirl
1596 Posts
Joan
Staten Island
NY
USA
1596 Posts |
Posted - Aug 15 2026 : 08:30:03 AM
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Amanda, thank you what wonderful and helpful suggestions
Mr Bird is such a sweet heart
Isaiah 30:15 Your strength will be in keeping calm and showing trust.
FGOTM August 2026
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Simple Living
True Blue Farmgirl
1596 Posts
Joan
Staten Island
NY
USA
1596 Posts |
Posted - Aug 15 2026 : 08:30:45 AM
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Here he is #10084;#65039;
Isaiah 30:15 Your strength will be in keeping calm and showing trust.
FGOTM August 2026
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4655 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
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Posted - Aug 15 2026 : 08:43:10 AM
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How SWEET!!! I have a friend who has one and when her family goes on trips I get to babysit! The chatter and whistles Crack me up. Such smart birds and yes, insatiable appetites!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
7765 Posts
Debbie L.
Oregon
USA
7765 Posts |
Posted - Aug 15 2026 : 09:41:31 AM
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He is beautiful Joan! I bet you have lots of fun with him:-)
Big Hugs,
Debbie
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Blessed in Oregon
With Colorado on My Mind
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msdoolittle
True Blue Farmgirl
1180 Posts
Amanda
East Texas
USA
1180 Posts |
Posted - Aug 18 2026 : 5:37:23 PM
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You're welcome, Joan! What a sweetie. Can you read the band number? It will usually tell you what state/date they were born. I had our bird's removed during a nail/wing trim eventually. You can microchip them for ID now. :)
FarmGirl #1390
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Simple Living
True Blue Farmgirl
1596 Posts
Joan
Staten Island
NY
USA
1596 Posts |
Posted - Aug 18 2026 : 5:39:32 PM
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Amanda, yes I can see the tag numbers. Mr Bird is so friendly we love him
Isaiah 30:15 Your strength will be in keeping calm and showing trust.
FGOTM August 2026
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