Comments on: King Parrots: A Common Australian Sight

By: Nora

Nora — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 16:16:40 +0000

Hey Donna,
Indeed – interacting with these lovely creatures is a way to forget about the worrying minutia of our lives…
After writing this post, I moved into another place where a whole flock of King Parrots lived, but one in particular captured my heart. Every morning when I awoke and would potter around in the kitchen, he would hear the kitchen sink/water running and would land on the windowsill in front of me to say hi! Then he would peck on the glass until I came out and fed him. Smart cookie! 😉

By: Donna Jacobs

Donna Jacobs — Sun, 09 Dec 2018 15:17:31 +0000

Thank you for putting into perfect words the way I see these gorgeous birds, I’ve had 2-3 on my arms and hands once, but there is one that I see morning & afternoon most days , he makes me forget my worries, if I’m moody, soon fixed that too. I named him ‘Tame’ which is what made me comment, the word Tame you mentioned a good few times in this article. Your comment about quick learner. Definately, also they have such different nature’s almost as if they know who they can trust by looking into the eyes, anyway thought I’d share my story with you and thanks for making me smile very cool …. DJacobs

By: Nora Dunn

Nora Dunn — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 18:33:04 +0000

In reply to Sandy edwards. Hi Sandy, No idea what could be wrong with her. You might want to call a local bird sanctuary/rescue center and see what they recommend. Good luck! Hope she recovers.

By: Sandy edwards

Sandy edwards — Sat, 11 Jul 2015 05:34:50 +0000

A female king parrot landed in our yard yesterday and stayed all day but was sleeping every 30 mi s or so. As it started to get dark I hoped she would fly home. As it turned out she was unable to fly any further than 3 foot. We put her in a cage with food and water and kept her warm but don’t know why she can’t fly. She has no obvious injuries. We want to keep her caged until she at least eats to build up her strength and then hopefully release her and see if she flies. She’s currently in a cat cage. Any thoughts on her condition?

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By: Edward SeemserOnry

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By: Nora Dunn

Nora Dunn — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 03:39:00 +0000

@Jenny – They can’t talk…in English!…just yet, but I’m working on getting them to at least say “hello”. Their chatter is adorable, and we certainly have conversations during our feeding sessions. I swear I can hear the beginnings of “hello” coming out, but it’s probably my imagination!

By: Jenny

Jenny — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:39:00 +0000

Cool! Can they talk too?