Tiki, a young Illiger's macaw, was recently surrendered to the Center.
He needs to find an experienced parrot-owning home as mini macaws are difficult parrots to own. In Tiki's first home, he was spoiled and learned to nip and bite to communicate. In his second home, he learned more appropriate methods of communication, but expressed himself in his natural call, which is loud and shrill.
Tiki needs someone that will work with him on learning how to play independently. Ideally, that person would clicker train him to use his intelligence and charm towards positive methods. Tiki does not like being alone, and would probably do best in a home where he was part of a flock -- other macaws, aratinga conures, and/or amazons would probably work well. He is not appropriate for apartments, as he does have a shrill call that can carry.
If you'd like to meet Tiki, please stop by the Center!
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