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Originally Posted by janelles  I have wanted a parrot for so long, but I think in order to have one, you must be totally committed, as they have a very long life span.Is it true that they have the intelligence of a five year old? |
Well, many parrots show signs of great intelligence, but greys are considered to be the brightest, which can also be a challenge in having them as pets. Sam can open all of his cage doors, so we have to keep them padlocked when he's alone. Also, parrots can get bored easily without a lot of attention and stimulation, and will start plucking their feathers out of boredom. It's such a sad sight, but happens to a lot of birds when people don't know what they're getting into. Parrots can live 40-60 years, and even then some, so it is a long term commitment. Rob and I got our Sam the first year we were married, so we knew he would be a lifelong commitment, just like our marriage!