• Before deciding that Parrot ownership is for you, put a lot of time and energy into completely researching all of what parrot ownership involves. They are LOUD, MESSY, DESTRUCTIVE, and have a gift for picking up all of the phrases you wish they wouldn't learn and repeating them at the most inopportune times!
• Parrots require and demand a great amount of time, attention and work. They are like a 2 year old child that never grows up and they may outlive their owner!
• Some parrots have lived to be 100 years old. Because of their longevity it's important to make guardianship arrangements for them if something should happen to you.
• Parrots demand your time and affection, and can be severely jealous and bite you if another human or pet is taking your attention away from them. If attention is withheld they can pluck their own feathers out and even self mutilate.
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