Category: African Greys

Birds can feel the magic of the holiday season too!

by Sherri Moorer, posted in African Greys, Amazon Parrots, Amazons, Behavior, Behaviour, Birds, Conures, Facebook, Feathered Frenzy, Fids, Fun, Parrots, Sun Conures, The Roost, Twitter, Uncategorized

It starts on November 1, inspiring over seven weeks of bright eyes, excitement, and good behavior. It is the ringtone that only mommy can hear:  “Hello? Hi, Santa!”  Bubbles and Zack begin their posturing and charm as they know the holidays are on the horizon and they’re on Santa’s radar for good behavior!  The holidays are a fun time, and we can share that fun with our avian companions. We just have to be mindful of exercising appropriate safety precautions around the home and with other people.

Read Sherri’s inspiring and fun Feathered Frenzy article to find out more about fun ways to get your birdies excited for the upcoming holidays and safe ways to include them in the festivities.

Beneath the Cage Grate: Quelling Sid’s Dark Thoughts

by dianalafleur, posted in African Greys, Beneath the Cage Grate, Funny, Morty, Parrots, The Roost, Uncategorized

While softening, a little, towards Alexa, Morty is now dealing with a distraught Sid TheIMG_20181201_130116 Parrot.  Sid is struggling to find a way to get all of his dad’s attention while

desperately trying to put distance between his dad and a meddling woman friend.  Despite pouring on the charm to win her over, Sid writes to Morty seeking help to dissuade his dark thoughts about ‘getting rid’ of this woman.

Instead of resorting to actions that would lead to notoriety – and possibly publishing rights, Morty advises Sid to use some tried and true parrot moves for messing with humans!  Read Morty’s sage advice to Sid on Beneath the Cage Grate BUT, make sure to read the article away from the prying eyes of your parronts – just in case you need to invoke some of these strategies in your future!

News on the Wing: November Edition

by The Roost, posted in African Greys, Amazon Parrots, Amazons, Animals, Birds, Climate Change, Cockatiels, Conures, Endangered Species Act, Evolution, Facebook, Finches, Fish, Fossils, Habitat Loss, Instagram, Loss, Marine Life, Migratory Birds, Parrots, Science, Sun Conures, The Roost, Toxins, Twitter, Uncategorized, Wildlife

TheIMG_20180615_155811 World Wildlife Fund recently released its Living Planet Report 2018, and the news is dire for the world’s wildlife.  The following are a few of the sobering statistics highlighted in the report:

“OUR LIVING PLANET, AT A GLANCE

60%  – Populations of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians have, on average, declined by 60% between 1970 and 2014, the most recent year with available data.

50% – The Earth is estimated to have lost about half of its shallow water corals in the past 30 years.

20% – A fifth of the Amazon has disappeared in just 50 years.

$125 trillion – Globally, nature provides services worth around $125 trillion a year, while also helping ensure the supply of fresh air, clean water, food, energy, medicines, and much more.”

We are not only destroying the natural world, we are also putting ourselves in peril.  There’s not much time for humans to stand up for nature and develop concrete, sustainable plans to reduce and turn around the damage already done to wildlife and the planet.

Read the WWF’s Living Planet Report 2018 here.

Read our November Edition of News on the Wing here.

Morty’s Birthday Bash Bungle

by The Roost, posted in African Greys, Beneath the Cage Grate, Birds, Facebook, Funny, Morty, Parrots, The Roost, Uncategorized

Morty’s day began as normal UNTIL, he found out his mum was going out for a birthday bash!  Well, with mum gone, Morty thought hey, why not tell everyone it was his birthday too and hold a little birthday bash of his own.  What could possibly go wrong, right?  IMG_20181103_111124

Well, putting Alexa in charge of the birthday  invitations and refreshments was quite likely  Morty’s first mistake.  Instead of Alexa inviting Morty’s AniPal friends from Twitter and Instagram, fly over to Beneath the Cage Grate to read about the ruckus that ensued with Alexa’s invitation announcements.

P.S. If you didn’t get an invitation for Morty’s party, you’ll soon discover why!

Alexa is Missing & Morty’s in Jail

by The Roost, posted in African Greys, Beneath the Cage Grate, Facebook, Instagram, Morty, Parrots, The Roost, Twitter, Uncategorized

IMG_20181018_145440In November’s Beneath the Cage Grate issue, we will learn of some mysterious shenanigans that have led to Alexa’s disappearance and Morty being thrown in jail!  Get ready for another wacky tale of mischief and mayhem from our resident sage, Morty.  Will Morty escape the law?  He’s in some serious trouble.  Credible birdie intel sources tell The Roost that Morty may have challenged a foe much more cunning than he could ever have imagined!

Stay tuned!

News on the Wing – October Edition

by The Roost, posted in African Greys, Amazon Parrots, Amazons, Animals, Birds, Cockatiels, Cockatoos, Conures, Endangered Species Act, Evolution, Facebook, Fossils, Habitat Loss, Instagram, Migratory Birds, Parrots, Photography, Photos, Pictures, Science, Sun Conures, The Roost, Twitter, Uncategorized, Wildlife

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It’s hard to keep up with all the bird-related news and happenings on social media, so why not head on over to News on the Wing to see some of the best Tweets captured over the last few weeks!

If there are news articles or events from social media you think we should highlight in upcoming editions of The Roost, send us a DM on Twitter – @theroostonline with the details!

Morty the Crank

by The Roost, posted in African Greys, Beneath the Cage Grate, Birds, Facebook, Funny, Humor, Instagram, Morty, Parrots, The Roost, Twitter, Uncategorized

Morty - October edition

In the October edition, Morty has been called upon to provide advice to a distraught apartment dweller whose birdie companions are becoming too noisy for the neighbors.  This parront is desperate for a soundproofing solution to her problem.  Morty may have just the answer – but, there are a few bugs to be worked out first. As a side note, Morty’s dealing with his own issues regarding noise and remote controls (and Alexa) that are making him rather cranky.

Read Morty’s hilarious yet cranky response on Beneath the Cage Grate.  Y’all might want to put your remote controls and appliances on lock down before reading, just in case!

Relaxing this Sunday? Catch up with The Roost!

by The Roost, posted in African Greys, Amazon Parrots, Amazons, Animals, Behavior, Behaviour, Beneath the Cage Grate, Birds, Cheeks, Cockatiels, Cockatoos, Comic, Comic strips, Conures, Endangered Species Act, Facebook, Feathered Frenzy, Finches, Florida, Fossils, Fun, Games, Habitat Loss, Humor, Instagram, It's A Birb Thing, Migratory Birds, Morty, Parrots, Photography, Photos, Pictures, Puzzles, Science, Sun Conures, The Roost, Twitter, Uncategorized, Wildlife

Sept announcementWhat could be more relaxing than enjoying a Sunday Siesta in a cushy armchair and catching up with The Roost’s crazy flock!  Catch up with Morty, and then why not head over to get up to speed on how Bubbles and Zack are attempting to keep their mom on the straight, narrow- and sane path!  Sunday chuckles are guaranteed on It’s A Birb Thing!

Grab that pencil and enjoy one of our games!  Catch up on what’s been happening around social media on our News page.

So relax, catch up, and tell us what you think of The Roost!  Have a great Sunday Everybirdie!  October edition on the way soon!

September Issue is Out!

by The Roost, posted in African Greys, Amazon Parrots, Amazons, Babies, Behavior, Behaviour, Birbs, Birds, Climate Change, Cockatiels, Cockatoos, Comic, Comic strips, Conures, Eggs, Endangered Species Act, Evolution, Facebook, Feathered Frenzy, Fids, Fun, Funny, Games, Habitat Loss, Instagram, It's A Birb Thing, Migratory Birds, Morty, Parrots, Photography, Photos, Pictures, Puzzles, Science, Sun Conures, The Roost, Twitter, Uncategorized, Wildlife

Sept announcement

Some of the highlights in our September Edition include:

  • Morty’s sage advice to Chiyome and flock
  • Zack and Bubbles try to help mom with her spatial challenges
  • The Trump Administration’s threat to weaken the Endangered Species Act
  • A new search-a-word
  • A collection of posts from around social media, including everyday heroes doing their part to save species, environments and habitats for future generations of wildlife and humans alike

Head on over to the blog to read these and many more interesting articles and posts!