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Dolly has been a Foster Parrots resident since February of 2002. Her split lower beak is evidence of the intentions of someone in her past to keep her as a breeder. Beak splitting is a technique sometimes used to keep breeding birds from killing or seriously injuring their mates. Now 20 years old, Dolly had at least three guardians before coming to Foster Parrots. This gentle bird is extremely affectionate and is so closely bonded to Director Marc Johnson, she has actually laid eggs in his hands. She was personally adopted by Marc in November, 2002. |
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Surrendered in October, 2002, by a biker from Boston, this Scarlet Macaw has no terrible story of abuse or deprivation to share. Psycho's story is perhaps the most typical. He was purchased as a baby by a man who learned, in time, that this was an extraordinarily intelligent and sensitive creature who needed far more than he was able to give. Now about 11 years old, Psycho is a spirited, active bird. |
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The General and Mrs. B are two spectacular Military Macaws 17 and 14 years of age respectively. Originally purchased by former guardians for breeding; after selling two of their babies, the thought of wondering about the fate of the babies was too much to bear. The General and Mrs. B were surrendered to Foster Parrots in August, 2000. While the General puts on an impressive show of aggression, Mrs. B is by far the braver bird, being less intimidated by humans and more open to interaction. More or less "hands off" birds, they live comfortably in the upper barn; beautiful, dignified and worthy of great admiration. |
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Coral is a wild caught Moluccan Cockatoo who came to Foster Parrots in February of 2000. Although quite small in size for her species, there was nothing small about her voice, her talent for destructiveness or her demanding neediness. |
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Charlie is a Cherry Headed Conure who has known terrible suffering in his life. He was the victim of a rat attack; a horrifying event during which he lost his left leg and incurred permanent paralysis in his right leg. He suffered injuries to his head and face resulting in irreparable air sac damage. His guardian decided Charlie's life was not worth saving and intended to flush the little bird down the toilet. A kind man intervened, took Charlie away to care for him and eventually brought him to Foster Parrots in July, 2003. Charlie has made remarkable progress since arriving. Now strong and confident, he has gained his flight ability and can even be a little naughty at times. He is no longer confined to a cage. |
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Wally and Bill are an unlikely pair who were the first Foster Parrots residents on record, having been rescued by founder Marc Johnson in September of 1989. Wally, a male Blue and Gold Macaw, is thought to be more than 50 years old. Bill, a female Mitred Conure, is also wild caught. Her age is unknown. Though they arrived together and were friends, they have since gone their separate ways. Bill found true love with another Mitred Conure. Wally continues to be dedicated to Marc. |
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Snoopy is a wild caught, Lilac Crowned Amazon whose age cannot be determined, for he mysteriously flew into the backyard of a family in 1984. They kept this strange guest regardless of the fact that he disliked everyone in the family except for the two year old baby daughter! Snoopy's exclusive devotion to this little girl did not falter through the years, but just as children grow up and leave behind their toys, the girl grew up and the world beyond beckoned. It was time for college and Snoopy couldn't go. He was surrendered to Foster Parrots in November, 2001, and quickly bonded to a Double Yellow Headed Amazon named Rasta. The two have lived happily together in the upper barn ever since. |
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Jimmy, a 12 year old Mitred Conure mix, came to Foster Parrots in September, 1999, having been surrendered by a man who explained, "I love him, but he hates me. He really does prefer women." J.J., a 10 year old Double Yellow Headed Amazon female, arrived almost exactly one year later. These two bonded almost immediately and are inseparable partners, although Jimmy likes to "play the field" a bit and flirt with many of the female volunteers. |
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Paco arrived at Foster Parrots in August of 1997 and is now 11 years old. Though stunningly beautiful, this Scarlet Macaw, who we can safely assume is a male, is about as ornery as a mean old bird can get! Paco was domestically bred and lovingly nurtured, but in his heart he's 100% wild and will have no part of being a "pet." If ever a bird could possess the quality of cynicism, this is Paco. Almost completely unhandleable, he has a beautiful, wild spirit which makes him all the more magnificent and endearing. Never caged, he lives freely as a permanent resident of the upper barn. |
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Monster is widely known as Foster Parrots' best loved mascot. This six year old Quaker Parakeet was surrendered to the sanctuary in October, 2002, by a homeless man who knew he could no longer provide for his birds. An incredibly friendly and outgoing bird, Monster loves to meet new people and greets all visitors to Foster Parrots with great interest and affection. |
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Loopy is an aggressive, male Citron Crested Cockatoo who has been through at least three homes before coming to Foster Parrots in September of 2001. His last guardian stated that she knew him to be at least 22 years old. A high energy, no nonsense bird with a clear preference for men, his history of aggression includes having actually broken the thumb of his previous female caregiver. |
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Lola is an incredible Greenwing Macaw who has become the Foster Parrots' poster child for all companion parrots who suffer in darkness and isolation at the hands of heartless guardians. Though we speculate that she may have been the victim of a dog attack, we cannot know for certain who or what assaulted her leaving her with broken bones in her feet and wings and a fractured skull. Lola is missing her left eye and suffers from a chronic seizure disorder. Lola lived for many years in a basement in a small crate, cast aside and unwanted. She arrived at Foster Parrots in March of 2002 and her emotional healing has been remarkable. See The Lola Project |
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