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#ParrotSunday - Birds Just Want To Vocalize.

This is a hilarious collection of parrots doing what they do best...vocalizing and mimicking humans. Only 7 minutes...watch to the end.

 

#ParrotSunday - Savannah R.I.P.

It seems a long time ago; but, almost two years ago, I lost my beautiful Scarlet Macaw, Savannah. She hated everyone in the world but me, and her bonding to me was special. At my age, it would be selfish to replace her, even though I love the beauty of the Scarlets. Of course, losing a pet is nothing like losing a spouse or significant other. But, both losses can be opportunities for us to recognize that everyone and everything dies, sooner or later. It serves no rational purpose to waste valuable time being immobilized by it. I find joy in her memory, and in the memory of my lost spouse, and am busy making new happy memories. What are you doing with your life?

#ParrotSunday - Dumpster Diving Cockatoos.

Cockatoos Are Dumpster Diving, And Now They're Learning From Each Other. I have always been asked about my fascination for parrots, and I have touted their beauty and intelligence. Evidence of their beauty is undeniable, as their feathers come in all colors of the rainbow. But, they are also highly intelligent, and there are ample evidences of that in their behavior. In Australia, the home of the Cockatoo species, they are teaching each to forage for food in plastic garbage cans, by lifting the covers off. Case closed.

Friday Dance - Parrot Gangnam Style.

@SimoneMarstiller, started the Friday Dance meme, and it occurred to me that the tradition might benefit from a little Parrot dancing. This Cockatoo is dancing, Gangnam Style. Dance on.

 

#ParrotSunday - Parrots, Meet Your Cousin, The Alligator.

Bird, Meet Your Cousin, The Alligator. While I was roaming around yesterday in the Myakka Wilderness Preserve, and carrying my camera with my new doubling adapter (My 18mm to 400 mm lens became a 36 mm to 800 mm lens), I wasn't thinking about the recent flooding or the near 100 degree heat. It occurred to me that the high water levels in the swamp made it easier for the gators to get me. A gator can go from zero to 25 miles per hour in an instant. What did occur to me was that my favorite birds, the parrots, were descended from the same group, the Archosaurs, as alligators. Cousins, as it were. So, Pinot, Rio, Pepper and Lemon, meet your cousin, who will eat you for lunch, family connection notwithstanding.

#ParrotSunday - You Can't Hold Me.

Just so we're clear, I am in here of my own volition. You can't hold me. 

#ParrotSunday - Busch Gardens Is A Zoological Marvel.

Busch Gardens. We are visiting Busch Gardens today, and will be spending a lot of time in the hot sun, and walking 5 miles; but, it is worth it when the Rainbow Lorikeets swarm around you in the Aviary. While there are plenty of traditional theme park rides at Busch, it is also a wonderful zoological park, with all sorts of wonderful birds and animals. Diane is a giraffe nut; so, we will be spending some quality time with these tall creatures. Being alive in the presence of natural beauty is a gift. I will spend this day in gratitude.

#ParrotSunday - Good Morning, Sweetheart.

Mr. and Mrs. Ringneck "Keets say hello in the morning. Kiss, Kiss.

 

#ParrotSunday - Florida West Coast Avian Society

Florida West Coast Avian Society. There are many organizations in the U.S. that have a mission of protecting, and enjoying, parrots and other bird species. The one in my area of Florida that is, in my opinion, the best, is the West Coast Avian Society. I have learned much from its members, and have enjoyed the posts at its Facebook page. If you are interested in Avian stuff, just do a Google search, and learn.

#ParrotSunday - RIP Savannah.

I lost Savannah a couple of years ago. She was a feisty, aggressive Scarlet Macaw who bonded to me, and no one else. I had her for 10 years, and she was a rescue so her actual age was a mystery. But, she was loving to me, and loved to cuddle. RIP, Savannah.