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 Cameron
is a male
Congo African grey
parrot
(Psittacus erithacus). We rescued
Cameron in May 2002 from an individual who was keeping him in a
parakeet-sized cage on his patio. There were
two small cups in the
cage, one containing Exact Rainbow pellets, the other filthy water.
The bird had an overgrown beak and it was quickly apparent that he
would not be able to eat or drink from the cups due to this problem.
Cameron was severely dehydrated and had internal muscle and
possibly organ damage. He spent five days at the vet hospital
before coming come. He recovered quickly from his immediate
injuries and began the slow process of healing from his unknown
ordeals.
Cameron had been abused at some point. We know
this because he cringed, then panicked whenever James raised his
hand above his head.
Based on the leg band that
Cameron arrived with, we know that he hatched in 1994.
Cameron has since learned
to fly and is good friends with our other African grey,
Gandalf.
Scroll down to see photos
of Cameron. Click on the photo to view a larger image.
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Getting a cuddle from James |
With James and
Gandy (Cammy is on the left) |
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On one of his first days living with us |
After enjoying a drink of blackberry
juice |
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Schmoozing that good looking bird in the
mirror |
Exhibiting some frustration |
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Preening his buddy,
Gandalf |
Looking very handsome in natural light |
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Revised: January 04, 2009
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About African grey parrots
African grey parrots are native to
Africa, specifically the Ivory Coast, the Congo, Kenya,
and Tanzania.
Cameron is an African grey parrot of the
erithacus species, commonly known as the "Congo grey"
parrot.
Congo greys are approximately a foot
long from head to tail and weigh in the neighborhood of
500 grams. However, their size and weight may
differ markedly. Some experts believe there may
be distinct sub-species of the erithacus species that
may account for the size and color difference.
African grey parrots are among the
most intelligent of parrot species.
Because of this intelligence, they
can be demanding companions and require a great deal of
consistent attention and intellectual stimulation. |
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