Family adopts a parrot. Now he won't stop talking.

[@gizmothegreybird]

Thank you so much GeoBeats Animals for your love and support and making this incredible video. We are honoured to have you feature Gizmo and our family! We are so grateful that Gizmo is not only bringing joy and love to our home, but also to so many people around the world :)

[@shannon_w.]

Gizmo is simply put INCREDIBLE ❤️

[@ellem6050]

I was amazed at his intelligence. He is a real treasure.

[@leslieluciano777]

God bless you!

[@crimsonfirelily]

What a blessing Gizmo is! Thank you so much for sharing him with us. I wish your family long cherished happiness & memories with Gizmo. 💜🥰🤗✌🧡

[@ashleypatterson3393]

That just touched my heart n soul bless him n this family I hope he lives for 20 more years, Idk how ppl can be so cruel n mean but thank God for families like this one ppl like them make this world seem like it might just be okay after all many blessings to Gizmo and his family.

[@amogus5902]

the fact that this bird is genuinely speaking english and essentially understands what he is saying is absolutely unreal

[@stevedamien638]

You got it unreal,,,,

[@edyr]

they were killing me because of chken?

[@bythebnro7498]

Not necessarily. They don’t know what there saying. They connect different words with different felling and sights.

[@stevedamien638]

@@bythebnro7498 Exactly but the emotionally suckers will never get it. Mine laugh like a psychopath but without any reasons,

[@bythebnro7498]

@@stevedamien638 lol

[@vaughnmojado8637]

He’s probably the most intelligent bird I’ve ever seen. Seeing him adapt his vocabulary to emotions is proof they have feelings just like us. I will always love those folks that help and rescue these beautiful birds. Thank you for all you do.

[@gizmothegreybird]

Aww thank you Vaughn! Yes full proof that they have true emotions. ❤

[@zerohours.]

you know those birds can live to be 80-90 years old, they can develop very deep intelligent and emotional bonds.

[@vaughnmojado8637]

@@zerohours. I do. I’d feel guilty for even not being old enough to give a bird a home during his lifetime. But I’m very grateful for those that do. There is a sanctuary in Del Mar, CA behind the race track. I love visiting there and interacting with the birds.

[@christimecarmona6810]

Crows are highly intelligent too. I taught them to walk up to My boyfriends house doorstep for snacks. They knew my car. Super cool birds, African grays are highly intelligent as well!

[@discgolfinJB503]

Awesome! Gizmo reminds me of , Alex The Gray parrot. Just as smart as Gizmo. These parrots are amazing. 👏

[@toffeelatte5060]

I’ve never seen a parrot capable of full-on conversation to this level!😱 He’s so precious!👍

[@christopher9727]

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[@MrCostaC]

And you still haven’t seen a parrot capable of a full on conversation, because that is not happening

[@Mptappin12]

@@MrCostaC Then watch this video again, and stop hating

[@dearreader9739]

He's a congo african grey. They are a uniquely capable species that are able to use words in context, versus just "parroting" back noises that sound like words.

[@6Haunted-Days]

Christ get out lore then, this is NOT UNCOMMON. Wtf is wrong with so many peoples IQ levels lately…..wow.

[@katd3803]

I love how he says "I can't stop talking"..and his little laugh. He's beautiful.

[@gizmothegreybird]

Thank you so much Kat. Come check out more of Giz over on our channel 🥰

[@criticRN]

I laughed at that too - can’t stop smiling at this lovely bird (and his family) 🥰

[@KATNYC_718]

@@criticRN he's so precious I'm so glad he is with them thank goodness for them and all that love they give him

[@willers2706]

for me it was the god damnit that was to good and i love him

[@Crowned921]

I need one of these in my life! ❤️❤️❤️

[@psychic7615]

You could almost have a full blown conversation with this bird, probably smarter than some humans. ❤

[@gizmothegreybird]

You absolutely can have a full convo with Giz. He is super smart. And we agree that he is most likely smarter than some humans haha

[@kaykool9589]

MOST HUMANS

[@kanjuro8926]

@@kaykool9589 True. His wit is brighter than the one of the average people.

[@gertrudewest4535]

Birds are smarter than humans. They will re - inherent the earth.

[@Prizzy999]

Without the probably 😊😊

[@Trehek]

Gizmo getting startled by a fly and going "Goddammit!" is so cute!

[@1prodbyhd]

That shit was hilarious 😂

[@twlxsdev]

When was it

[@Trehek]

@@twlxsdev 2:30

[@Sherry-ps6zm]

In the full clip his Mom was using a fly swatter to kill the flies and every time she smacked one, Gizmo would get all rattled, duck and say "goddamm it". One of the funniest clips ever! 😂😂😂

[@amoneylabamba]

😂😂😂

[@kiko7247]

Gizmo is a true gem. He's empathic, clever and gentle. He knows what the majority of words and sentences mean, which is incredible. I love the tone of his voice and his quick wit. Thank you to the adopters, Gizmo is a family member just like the rest of them and that's the best thing he could have asked for.

[@gizmothegreybird]

Thank you so much Kiko! :)

[@Whytheheckmustthisbelong]

Yes this is so true… even as someone who watches gizmo’s shorts, it is very entertaining and funny😂

[@jennifromdablock9197]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@chusett]

This is amazing. I thought these parrots only mimic words. He seems to actually use words in a proper conversation.

[@kentclark6420]

He's smarter than most people I know.

[@dabear2438]

It's not just his vocabulary that endears him to us. This little man has a big personality, too. ♡

[@gizmothegreybird]

He truly has a big personality ❤

[@kingghidorah8106]

@@gizmothegreybird its just amazing how the bird pairs words and gestures and whole sentences, truly a very clever specimen, showing rationality.

[@Aquarius444K]

"alright a total lie" had me HOWLING lmaooo I love him! What a lucky bird and a lucky family. So thankful you found each other.

[@asha8443]

His story really got to me..what a character and it was a shame he was neglected and almost didn’t make it. Birds are special in their own ways and deserve respect..

[@gizmothegreybird]

Thank you Ash! :)

[@dontnoable]

Yes! Including birds who are farmed

[@JojoJere]

THEY HAD TOO MANY BIRDS!

[@JacksonHansen-iz2bk]

They never said he 'almost didn't make it'.

[@ilynpayne7491]

He's speaking more fluently than most humans would😂

[@haralddreck6937]

If you truly believe that you would need to see a doc

[@arkfish]

Greys like Gizmo are some of the smartest parrots, they can sometimes fully converse and understand what humans are saying. They are some of the best candidates for actual human to animal conversation. I'm assuming they learn to speak the same way an infant does- by picking up on what's going on and connecting certain words with actions, objects, or emotions. Beautiful creatures.

[@Quibblet]

I can't believe they're related to dinosaurs!

[@z2nice1983]

How much do they coast to buy ? I want one. I have 2 cats. I don't think it would be a good idea. I had one bird. The cats knew her. I definitely want one that talks.

[@bgmx74]

@@z2nice1983 they are animals to rescue. they are frequently rehomed due to neglect. do not buy them or support breeding.

[@Smartti_]

That bird has the mind of a 4 year old kid

[@ameliamorales891]

@@bgmx74 i totally agree with you. It’s a life commitment. I can talk about that because I have an Amazon parrot and she is totally dependent of me. I try my hard but I know that she needs more. I was not educated and like everyone I want “the bird who can speaks” and now I realized that we are so egoists because they were born to live free. Mine is very intelligent and I can win money having her on KZbin but I do not do that because it’s encouraging others to buy these intelligent and precious creatures. Please be educated they are very demanding !!!

[@blackraven763]

Amazing how incredibly intelligent these parrots are!!!! I especially loved when she told him: "Your funny." And he replied: "Sorry can't help it." Like WHAT?! Clearly they have coherent intelligible conversations with understanding of the meaning. Unbelievable. He's too adorable. Glad he was rescued. 😍❤

[@gizmothegreybird]

You will have to come check out Gizmos channel as you will be shocked on how witty he really is 😂! He’s the smartest ❤

[@bjrnthebootybandit]

@@gizmothegreybird are these real responses from him to what you say?!?!

[@gailtoburen6693]

Can cover the cage. Lol.

[@dan_kay]

And we put them in cages. Because we are the crown of evolution...

[@0217ldp]

Alex the Gray Parrot was able to do complexities and associations and make up words that he didn't know the correct word, combining words to make up one word. I guess Alex was a female.

[@sheilaemadian]

I cannot believe how many things this bird can say and how intelligent he is!

[@KimNebhuth]

This is beautiful and I love it! Birds r epic! This is a wonderful video!!

[@ABirdWoman]

I had an African Grey like yours but he was stolen by the people I had pet sitting for me. The police couldn’t locate them and finally - like losing a child - I had to grieve and give up. Ten years down the road and I still miss his appropriate talking to me . He was like yours, talking and begging and telling the cat to “watch out”. So sweet and precious. These birds are so special.

[@wisdomknowledgelover6293]

I am so sorry...I had a African Grey named Angel Girl. She had two different colored eyes. I loved her so much. She was stolen by the Pool Guy. A 17 yr old son of the owner of a pool cleaning business. He let himself into my screened porch and took her in SC.

[@cyndimoring9389]

So is this typical for African greys to talk appropriately?

[@mayhare55555]

@@cyndimoring9389 african gray parrot is one of the best when it comes to human speaking compared to other talking birds

[@wisdomknowledgelover6293]

@@cyndimoring9389 Mine did.

[@No-ky3kb]

What a weird and fucked up thing for them to do

[@janarinquet6276]

OMG. I never heard a bird talking so clearly like this. His voice and pronunciation are so clear. It's amazing!

[@pagman8489]

Yup African gray casco are the most intelligent parrots they can speak the most and have the most clear voice i have 2 of the they are also very playful and funny and for some reason they all like to head bang im a metal guy so it's perfect for me i head bang with every day though these mfs curse me alot saying stupid donkey dumb and more one of them when i give him food the mf tells me get-away donkey 🤣

[@stevedamien638]

Wake the fuck up, Its youtube here, All fake, C'mon here' use that head bro

[@soul69690]

0:17 "who let the birds out" wow 😂

[@lilwil-ns3uo]

My heart just broke when telling his back story. To be all alone in a room. How horrible. But he really came out of his shell. He so incredibly SMART!!! He is having real conversations, and such a quick wit! When he said "damn it" I couldn't help but laugh. Thank you for sharing this amazing bird's story!!

[@gizmothegreybird]

Thank you for watching! ❤ He had a rough start but he will have the most incredible middle and end 🥰

[@JojoJere]

They were trying to rescue birds, stop acting like their villains or abusers

[@chunglu]

@@JojoJere and failing. if you "rescue" an animal that needs enrichment and leave them in a cage in a room alone, that's abuse.

[@virginiaspeciale8641]

I cannot understand why he wasn’t “one of the favorites.” He is sensational. Your family is lucky to have him and he is lucky to have you all.

[@MorganBlackhart]

everything has a reason. It was that reason for them to get him. If he got the attention from the previous owners then this beautiful couple would have never gotten Gizmo

[@lilstrawberry6063]

@@MorganBlackhart Amen 🙏

[@d.e.b.b5788]

Apparently, they already had other birds that they were bonded with, and Gizmo likely didn't get along with the other birds. So as the last one in, he was the bird that got the least attention. I've known other people who had to give up a new bird, because the birds they already had would attack it. So their only option was in their opinion, was to keep Gizmo alone by himself. Just glad that Gizmo has found a wonderful new home.

[@antonystringfellow5152]

@@d.e.b.b5788 Possibly. Also, African Greys tend to be very picky when it comes to choosing friends. That's why if you want to have one as a pet, you should always go to a breeder who has hand reared and has a number of them. You should enter their aviary and choose one that seems the friendliest to you. Never just buy one where that one is the only option.

[@JojoJere]

@@antonystringfellow5152 It litrally SAYS IN IN *THE VIDEOOOOOOOOO*! 👿👿👿👿👿👿👿👿👿👿. THE ONLY REASON WHY HE WAS NEGLECTED IS BECAUSE THEY RESUED TOO UCH BIRDS. STOP ACTING LIKE THEIR VILLAINS< THERE ANTI-HEROS!

[@kathyparker7837]

I have a 40 year old Grey. She is incredibly smart. The emotion she shows is amazing. Enjoyed your video.

[@dotcassilles1488]

I really enjoyed the way Gizmo sang "bad birds" instead of "bad boys". This video shined a light in a rough day for me. Animals are so cool, their abity to sense that something is wrong and then the way they do everything they can to make us feel better is definitely a bonus when we care for them.

[@dotcassilles1488]

*Ability (my fibro brain didn't pick up the mistake before I posted, lol)

[@gizmothegreybird]

Thanks for your kind words Dot. And we hope you have better days ahead ❤! Gizmo can absolutely sense how I am feeling and can respond based around that. It’s so sweet!

[@brucedillinger9448]

Dot...I absolutely agree about animals and their ability to sense our emotions and experiences. My Maine Coon cat wouldn't leave my mom's bed as she lay dying. He never did that before. He KNEW what was happening.

[@divinecomedy0]

This video of Gizmo touched my heart as well. I’m glad it sparked some joy in your ❤ on a rough day.

[@georgeedward1691]

I've always loved parrots but this video truly shows the bond between humans and animals.

[@mideastgirl8926]

This bird brought me to tears because of his beauty. so many animals are like angels, just want like us be loved and seen by whom they are and cherrished. i love this love story so much.

[@freda_arlendan]

This wonderful creature... has left me totally flabbergasted. And I'm tearing up for real. Whoa. 🤯 🥰

[@gizmothegreybird]

Aww thank you so much Freda

[@kati-ana]

Who could not bond or ignore Gizmo??? Just WHO? He is awesomely amazing.

[@scotnick59]

Even his "parrot voice" is distinctive: deep and human-like: a 25 year-old genius

[@floridagal150]

Oh my gosh, he's amazing. He needs his own channel. I'm ready to subscribe, I would never get tired of listening to him. He rescued your whole family, y'all are truly blessed.

[@superpsyched5624]

He does. It's named "Gizmo The Gray Bird". Or grey.

[@EyeonthePrize247]

The account is in the pinned comment.

[@gizmothegreybird]

We would love to have you come and sun to Gizmo ❤❤❤

[@JaideepBaphnaCFA]

​@@gizmothegreybird is brilliant

[@cheetabis]

'He associate words appropriately to emotions' What an intelligent bird!

[@chrisose]

African Grey's are amazing. It is beautiful that he joined your family.

[@Brissieskater1]

The intelligence displayed by this bird is incredible

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

I never heard a parrot speak so clearly and so...human like. I know he's not really talking like he sounds like, but the phrases he repeats at the appropriate moment is so good! I love him! My new favorite bird on KZbin

[@mr.rufasi2729]

African grey parrots have been compared to toddlers in intelligence so he might actually be meaning some of the words he says and not just repeating phrases

[@blazingshadows7307]

"You're funny!" "Sorry, I can't help it."

[@MrCostaC]

@@mr.rufasi2729 - just because they’ve been compared to that intelligence still doesn’t mean he understands words.

[@mr.rufasi2729]

@@MrCostaC it’s been proven that they are able to associate words with objects and some context

[@Unknown70896]

You have not lived. Hahaha

[@natashanaidoo1039]

Oh my word...he actually can have a conversation puts things into context. Also has such a clear voice. Wonderful!

[@0217ldp]

Alex the Gray Parrot was able to do complexities and associations and make up words that he didn't know the correct word, combining words to make up one word. I guess Alex was a female.

[@jerrycapizzi2081]

Never before heard a bird with such a vast vocabulary. Amazing.

[@adelebertin]

It's amazing to me that Gizmo makes more sense than many humans I see on KZbin.

[@pawshands9706]

Add these sentient beings to the endless list of animals that should never be bred for sale. Just so wrong. This unique soul is so special. His humans are remarkable people.

[@gizmothegreybird]

We 💯 agree! We are big advocates on rescuing and never breeding, that way one day they can all be free

[@karupt422]

His humans are narcissists who take care of this bird for the attention and to be unique.

[@lokkich487]

@@karupt422 What a cruel thing to say! Would you have preferred him to be left in his previous home, neglected and desperately wanting to be loved? Can't you see how he enjoys his freedom and appreciates his human rescuer and how he repays their kindness with his unconditional love? You are a sad human being!

[@karupt422]

@@lokkich487 I would prefer the owners not be narcissists and not subject the poor bird to their abuse.

[@karenfayekal]

Don’t shop adopt

[@eschwarz1003]

So glad this bird found a loving caring home with you all. Sadly so many of these very intelligent empathic animals get abused and neglected

[@herbh9348]

That is one smart bird who seems to express emotions, its crazy how much we don't truly understand many animals and their levels of intelligence. Beautiful bird.

[@marthamartha9449]

Thank you so much for taking care of this precious one.

[@gizmothegreybird]

❤❤❤

[@jasond.b-w]

Holy shit it’s Gizmo, I just started following him here a few months ago! It’s wild how human he can sound; l would actually never be able to have a bird like this and that’s the top reason why. Parrot videos on YT are my substitute and Gizmo is one of my favorites ❤️

[@gizmothegreybird]

Aww thank you so much Jason for your love and support. We are so glad to see you over here :)

[@The_Real_Mier]

Saw your comment and immediately subscribed to his channel!!

[@jasond.b-w]

@@gizmothegreybird Please he is SO funny. I’ve never seen a bird imitate bird noise-not mimicking other bird calls but actually _saying_ “chirp chirp!” before Gizmo. It’s so clear that you just talk to him like any other friend all the time because his social reciprocation, and the level which he contributes his own phrases and ideas to conversations, is just unmatched! If my disabilities didn’t make it impossible to have another presence in my living space with me I bet I would’ve ended up as a bird person eventually. Or some kind of animal person. But that situation isn’t considered treatable anymore so I’m very ok with watching Gizmo videos almost everyday instead 😅

[@wolfmangoland7972]

He is the most intelligent bird I've seen on KZbin. He speaks so well with emotion. He is amazing. Enjoy his company. Thank you for loading this video.

[@Carol-vv5cm]

This bird speaks plainly where every word is understandable. Just beautiful. Glad he's in a home where he's loved.

[@jasras5003]

No captions needed. Pretty amazing.

[@EvoraGT430]

Ours could call the dog !

[@AndreLyons]

He looks like my boy Rio, that I recently lost to an illness. He would talk to my mother and me and join in conversations in a way that we never could have expected. He was a rescue as well and knew a few words when we got him. He learned to talk, sing, and even make up his own 'words' to songs. I think we entertained him as much as he did us. I miss him every day as if I lost a child.

[@elainemoreland3908]

I'm sorry for your lost.

[@saolálainn]

So sorry to hear that Andre, our pets are our family too

[@Anna-rk2hn]

😘😘

[@alanbrown2666]

I understand, it's very difficult and there's nothing anyone can say to ease the heartbreak. You know what you gotta do. You need another animal to care for love and spoil. God bless you Mr Lyons

[@kittervision]

Yes ! my quaker parrot has made up a few of his own words and sayings (strawbapple is one) and even a little gesture we started to call "upwing" he knows what the hell is going on and it blows our minds and makes is laugh all the time!

[@Riana.dS.]

So happy to see what a wonderful life you are giving to this precious wee darling.

[@tankster5826]

I’m heartbroken and may never get over it. My Congo African Grey just passed away after being my companion from a baby for 24 years. He had a genetic issue and took him to vet hospital and he didn’t survive the stress after the tests. He talked in context like this and even asked us appropriate questions. I’ll never get over losing him. Will miss him forever. I’m too old now to get or adopt another one. I have put in for volunteering with birds but have not heard from anyone. There is nothing like a grey though. Only bird I’d ever want again,

[@vanessamay3689]

Wow. You would be wonderful with birds with your experience

[@phyllismartin6166]

Here's a thought: Advertise as a specialist to house sit for people with parrots.

[@REALchocochan]

@@phyllismartin6166 yes, or rescue

[@robertray4191]

so sorry :(

[@tankster5826]

@Robert Ray. It’s ok. I’m feeling better now after some time has passed. I know now after the autopsy he would not have lived much longer. Despite popular belief many African Greys do not live much past 25 years in the wild nor captivity. In the wild they fall pray to predators both animal and human. In captivity they do not live any longer than that sometimes because they are genetically prone to hardening of the arteries which chokes of blood supply to the liver or or their organs and they die of heart attack or stroke. Even Einstein the famous African Grey who had great care did not have long life. An African Grey can live longer if they can be prevented from eating nuts and seeds which are candy to them and cause fatty liver or hardening of arteries. I am very glad mine did not have fatty liver because that is painful to them and a slow death. Im glad mine died quickly and without pain. To live long African Greys need to be flighted for optimal exercise to thwart of the fattty diet diseases. Not sure how it is working out but some authorities are presently recommending only a teaspoon of seeds or 1 walnut sized nut per day perhaps given as a treat and the rest to be vegetable and whole grain pellets, much fresh vegetables and some fruit. African Greys usually hate pellets or mine did. Sometimes can trick them into eating them by making bird health friendly baked items and bake them into it for them to pick out like a “seed” and eat for fun. I did not know the importance of this seed seeking foraging behavior when I got my bird and the internet wasn’t perfected then. No youtube or anything. My bird could not be flighted when I got them because the pet store had clipped his wings, I never clipped him but he never learned to fly. If I ever had a bird again I’d try to rehab it to fly while young for the exercise. So much to lean and know and even the scientists still don’t know a lot. I kept my bird a little skinny thinking I was avoiding fatty liver disease which I did. But I was unaware African Greays will still get a fatty disorder calledhardening if of the arteries anyway if given more than a teaspoon of seed mix in a day. My seed mix had pellets but African Greys always gravitate toward eating as much seed as they can get away with. Nothing brings more joy than a well cared for very interactive bird. Even when my bird was beginning to not feel as well he still hid it and played, talked a lot and had a good time,

[@victorsvideos27]

He speaks clearer than any other bird I have ever heard speak, and that’s a lot! He’s magnificent and speaks as though he understands exactly what he’s saying or meaning. He’s got a beautiful soul and wonderful presence about him. I Love Gizmo! ❤️

[@lyssassong]

This is exactly what I thought. I didn't have to question what he said like I do with other birds.

[@crotaprime8531]

African Greys are a vert smart parrot and they speek like a human its normal i have a African grey and she speaks in different voices when she talks

[@brianedward6417]

I honestly don't believe they have real emotions but they are some damn good actors, just mimicking are words, and how we say them..

[@Funksinthehouse]

He sounds like an old soul. It's amazing how we think we are rescuing animals and most of the time we realize they have rescued us. My heart goes out to you, so sorry to hear about your mom. I lost mine a few yrs back. I can relate. All the best to you Gizmo and family:)

[@tanyarae3]

He's so precious and I'm glad he's got a great home.

[@sisterdebmac]

They're pretty brilliant. I remember seeing a doc on PBS about a bird who they were trying to make do his really smart "tricks". And he said, "Don't want to. Wanna go home. Hungry." And it was so contextual, I knew right then and there that they really do learn to understand words and use them appropriately.

[@patchdavis35]

Dr. Pepperberg's Alex (unfortunately, he was essentially a lab rat) would say "Wanna go back" when he didn't want to "work" any longer. His life could have been more emotionally fulfilling, but he did prove to the scientific community how intelligent his species really is. He changed our definition of "bird brain" forever. Thank you, dear Alex, RIP.

[@daquanmcdonald7104]

They share a similar part in their brain like us that allows them to do that. Just shows how big that part really is. It's small but big. They have to learn how to talk by a certain age or they won't grasp it just like us. 🤷 and to say humans aren't genetically mutated is a lie because animals walk the earth before humans and look at all the similarities we have to some of them

[@ruca9074]

I have never heard a bird speak so clearly like this bird does. He knows that he is with a family that will love him forever!

[@maryw3989]

Thank you so much for giving him a home and the love and attention he deserves

[@Corapaslemagasin]

His voice is so « human » 😮 Usually, the other birds' voices are higher than his own. He really has a very human voice. And on top of that, he speaks perfectly and looks like he understand what he is saying, so it accentuates even more this impression of humanity. Incredible bird

[@0217ldp]

Alex the Gray Parrot was able to do complexities and associations and make up words that he didn't know the correct word, combining words to make up one word. I guess Alex was a female.

[@wolfman3295]

Gizmo is probably the most talkative and amazing parrot I have ever seen!

[@SherriWarden-zl9eq]

You guys are angels! Thank you for loving Gizmo!

[@doodles3075]

I can't belive how much Gizmo is actually interacting and is knowing exactly what to say! Usually parrots just pick up phrases but he actually knows what he's saying!❤️❤️

[@kingghidorah8106]

he also shows clear body attitude keen to birds pairing with the human words he says; while most parrots stay still and repeat

[@punkem733]

Greys are MUCH smarter then normal macaws.

[@HalfLifeHalfDead]

All Greys do. They understand the context and the concepts behind words, this isn't anything unprecedented for them.

[@Suzzers]

Hearing an extremely intelligent bird say "Damn it!" when he's frustrated is so funny to me, especially since he associates it with anger.

[@tedamjoke]

Wow 4 kids and this beautiful bird! You guys are super stars! 😊

[@louisemartin4981]

The wonder of animals. They know so much more than we realise. Gorgeous Gizmo ! I am addicted to his Instagram page!

[@camarojai6832]

Now I have to go find his iG

[@Jessica-kk1cz]

I’m so glad you talked about African Greys using English - CORRECTLY and IN CONTEXT. My cousin has a grey, Buddy, and it is absolutely true that greys can communicate in English just like people do. One day, we were standing outside the house but Buddy could hear us, and he said ‘you’re talking too loud". My cousin had a dog Buddy didn’t like. The dogs name was Max. My cousin pulled a turkey out of the oven, and Buddy said, "Awwww Max!” Then made a laughing sound. There’s so many more examples with Buddy. People who don’t know greys, or even animals, think I’m nuts when I tell them greys can speak human language and are complicated as humans are - but it’s so true. And Gizmo shows that too.

[@rosiered3403]

Thank you so much for rescuing him. Such a loving thing to do.

[@sameerazenib9678]

What an incredible soul he is. I've never seen such a character. He truly is one of a kind ❤

[@MyMy-zi7yv]

He sounds human, unbelievable. So glad you guys brought him into your home, he's so lucky. Bless you both.

[@lindaphelps9401]

Amazing 🤩 I inherited mum’s Grey. He said things in her voice and spoke to us in context. Extremely intelligent! We could never handle him though, unfortunately, he could bite real bad! He died last year aged 54, and I still find myself listening out for him. His last words to me after his final fit were ‘alright Pol’? Poor old boy😢. Enjoy your birdie!! ❤

[@scottrackley4457]

An old former GF inherited her grandmother's grey. Which I had taught to curse using a cue, he knew two of them. Which I taught to the old former GF. Saw her the other day and said Roscoe now knows quite a few more. I think he's probably got another 20 years in him. Was a cool bird.

[@TeXXicJA]

I am gobsmacked! He is brilliant. May he live a long, happy life.

[@__A_A]

He looks so much better with you guys than when the video first started and showed his condition with the others, I hope y’all see how much better he looks because he’s happy & well taken care of ❤

[@organizersrus]

I’ve never seen anything like this! He’s a beautiful miracle! Just precious! ❤

[@EdwardSmart]

Gizmo is a very Smart bird! He's taking it to the next level! Thanks for sharing.

[@madness198648]

Still blows my mind every time I see a bird this intelligent.

[@skinnydee1886]

He's such a sweetheart! God bless you guys for rescuing him and God bless him 🙏❤️🌹

[@johannahunderwood4596]

I love this little guy! He’s such a character! Experts will probably tell you that these birds don’t understand what they are saying, but these folks live with him 24/7 and hear him talking all the time. I can understand that a bird in the wild doesn’t understand what he is mimicking, but it would appear that this guy has learned a lot by living with humans and through some parrot magic has learned the context of when to say them, like a child does when they are learning to talk. It’s not just about food rewards, because he talks plenty when he doesn’t have to, I think he understands what these people did to give him a home and make him comfortable and healthy, and it’s his way of giving back some love!

[@goldenbear8250]

"Experts"🤣 They sure are everywhere today and are constantly telling us to ignore what we personally experience every day! How wonderful that this family trusted what they were living out!

[@0217ldp]

Alex the Gray Parrot was able to do complexities and associations and make up words that he didn't know the correct word, combining words to make up one word. I guess Alex was a female.

[@chrisc6857]

I'm sure it's true, most of the time, that talking birds are just mimicking sounds without understanding. But we know that some animals can learn to understand key words when we speak to them, so it shouldn't be any surprise at all that an animal that both knows those words, and can speak them, might sometimes intentionally use them appropriately. And this is an African Gray, probably the smartest of all bird species.

[@codahighland]

@@chrisc6857 Anyone who says parrots don't understand isn't an expert. The actual experts that research parrot intelligence know that it isn't JUST mimicry. It's proper communication, and parrots are perfectly capable of learning what kinds of sounds line up with the concepts they care about. The misconception comes from it not being a LANGUAGE. They don't understand the individual words, and they aren't sophisticated enough in using them to be able to synthesize new ideas with them. They don't have grammar. So when you hear that a parrot doesn't understand what they're saying, it actually means they aren't processing the words you're saying the way a human would. They still understand how the sounds associate with context and will mimic those sounds to get the responses they want. By contrast, songbirds ARE just blind mimics. They don't associate meaning with the songs they learn. Anecdotally: My cockatiel says "pretty bird" and I'm pretty sure he thinks it just means "bird" because he only says it when he's interacting with another bird (or his own reflection) even if he's angry at the other bird.

[@JojoJere]

@@goldenbear8250 conservitive

[@aileenspence3080]

I loved that the bird and her family made each other great. So sweet😢

[@pearlgeneste1890]

A most loving and intelligent bird. You truely found each other! ❤❤❤

[@betsygarcia4346]

Adorable!! Thank you for rescuing him!

[@denisecarder8600]

Thank You for introducing us to this precious family member. Gizmo is certainly one of a kind!

[@homeatlastfarm1]

African Greys are absolutely the smartest of all the parrot species in my opinion. Years ago I saw a news report about Alex, an African Gray who was part of a research project at a major university in Arizona. His profound intelligence and ability to carry on an interactive conversation just amazed me and I have been a fan of his ilk ever since. Gizmo is another stellar example of the extreme intelligence of these birds.

[@birbluv9595]

Gizmo has an amazing sense of humor. Until this Geobeats video I didn’t know about his incredible sensitivity and, dare I say it, humanity. His bond with Emily is priceless.

[@JaydeVincentx]

We love gizmo!!!! He has brought so much joy to our family!!

[@gizmothegreybird]

We love you ❤

[@jeancaldwell5391]

Gizmo is great! I never realized that birds could use their words in a contextual way the way he does. It was so much fun to watch and listen to him.

[@stephaniewhite5644]

This bird is so fortunate to have you in his life. What a beautiful bird! You are blessed to have him in your life too!

[@robertwilliams060]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@myopinion1773]

I could watch and listen to him all day... beautiful family

[@pattallant2398]

I’m so glad you have him now and that he’s receiving the care love and attention every pet bird deserves.

[@lynnelliott9038]

This is everything wonderful! Thank you for YOUR service! ❤️

[@shatteredshards8549]

His story is heartbreaking, that his previous family shut him away in a room and largely ignored him, because he clearly thrives on interaction and has such a big personality. I love that his new family lets him freeroam, that he can freely choose where to go after being locked up in a cage.

[@maryellenthompson8261]

This was precious. How could anyone leave this magnificent bird all alone in a cage in a separate room? This family has a beautiful gift in Gizmo. African Grays are some of the most intelligent birds there are.

[@LCafran]

Gizmo is such a beautiful bird and so gifted. His understanding of the English language and peoples emotions while conversing is beyond words. He is simply amazing! ❤ May God always bless him 🙏

[@JF-wn2yb]

What a sweetheart. Glad he found his family and they found him. Great story.

[@scottburbridge3170]

blessings you rescued each other. animals know when you're hurting & they comfort you.

[@maxwolf2726]

Talk about carrying a conversation with a parrot that guy is unbelievable he is so smart I'm so jealous you guys rock

[@irisklug-gramer8339]

It's amazing to see how Giz has developed❤.You were the rescue for the dear darling! Love your videos, they are so cute and shows in the same way, how intelligent Giz is❤

[@grannysharp772]

I’m crying. I know it’s been 7 years since my mom moved to heaven but I too still get sad. My girl will say Awwwww and come to me when she sees me crying. They are amazing creatures. I’m grateful God brought her in my life. Gizmo is 1 in a million. I’m glad you both found each other.

[@rocioaguilera3555]

I know how painful is to lose your mother. My deepest condolences to you and your loved ones, including pets.

[@abhabh6896]

sorry for your loss

[@loralee1484]

I’m amazed at how clearly gizmo speaks. And uses his word appropriately. Beautiful bird.

[@ragamuffinukes2779]

--- THANK YOU FOR SHARING! What a fabulous companion to have. I had no idea greys could speak so contextually. I had budgies as a child but have always been enamoured by parrots. I am soooo glad for all of you to have found each other. Happy trails

[@TMDA12]

Giz makes me, and so many others, so very happy! Thank you for sharing him with us - thank you for loving him! 🐦💕😘

[@cherylpa527]

Tears, this boy is beyond precious and amazing. To know he can't fly because of humans broke my heart , then to see his amazing loving new family helped warm my heart. ❤️

[@cashewisnotanut4409]

We adopted a sulphar crested cockatoo 2 years ago. She is 38 and cannot fly because stupid stupid ,selfish humans caught her as a wild baby and locked her in a tiny cage for her entire 36 years. She bonded with my partner immediately and she is amazing! She should be absolutely stir crazy but she somehow managed to stay sane and loving ❤️

[@elishh8173]

@cashew is not a nut People like you are truly God's best people. You help God's smallest children that need you the most. Thank you and may God bless you, your bird and your whole family Lots of love from Me to you guys :)

[@elishh8173]

@cher lynne I feel like you do. It hurts my heart. I live in Stockholm, Sweden. I found a city pigeon that was injured and evil kids wanted to hurt her. I said "you'll have to fight me first and I'll kick all of your asses so better run kids" I was so angry. I put the innocent bird in a box with soft material, breathing holes and took her home. Gave her unsalted sunflower seeds and water. Talked kindly and quietly from outside the box cos nice people talk to birds when they feed them, where I live. At night I sneak peeked inside. She was a little ball and put her beak in her feathers. She felt safe I hope so she could relax and it was nice and warm and had food and drink. Next day, animal ambulance came and took her to rehabbers. It made me so happy that they don't see city doves as less worth than other birds. Thank you and take care

[@cherylpa527]

@@elishh8173 you are a beautiful human too, sending hugs 🤗❤️

[@cherylpa527]

@@cashewisnotanut4409 Sending love to you and your family ❤️

[@benjamingarcia8435]

God Bless you and Gizmo. Ever since the first video I saw when you told him “I let the birds out” I’ve been hooked You guys make me smile. Thank you for sharing your awesome friend with us:))

[@llGracell]

What a beautiful feathered baby!!! So happy you were able to make him a part of your family♥

[@SquishyBauBau]

Gizmo really is just the form of a dad turned into a parrot.

[@andrewdoucet1203]

I love this bird. He’s so funny and his personality is one of a kind.

[@janyshendrickson3833]

Gizmo is so fortunate to have been adopted by you and your family💖 Never have I heard any bird with that volume of vocabulary. Simply astounding 👍👏👏👏

[@Jerushajustintime]

He's absolutely incredible... He found his perfect family and home. So Beautiful ❤️

[@cak813]

Gizmo is such a sweetie. I’m glad he’s in such a loving and supportive home now.