Revealing 10 Truths About Living With An African Grey Parrot | PART #1

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[@LadyVader]

Cody is an amazing hair stylist. As for "do African Greys bite?" I've worked with and/or had everything from cats and hamsters to reptiles and a bird, and any animal that has a mouth will bite if they feel the need to.

[@erinknowles06]

YES! African Grey (all birds bite) bite and they can draw blood.. You should learn their body language and you will be able to tell if they're going to bite.

[@hellothere7389]

Erin Knowles Or your hand will automatically start losing some sensitivity for you. You feel the bite but the pain doesn’t bother you anymore because your hand is that done with your bird’s antics

[@Melissa0774]

@@erinknowles06 If they puff out their feathers, especially around their neck, does that mean they feel threatened and want to bite?

[@lauravandervelden5588]

@@Melissa0774 yes. An African Grey puffing up means he's either scared / feeling threatened, or that hes angry, the body language for both is quite similar but means a bite is often next if you don't give him space, that's my experience at least :)

[@theannoyingrabbit7507]

Yes they can bite my african grey will get me somtimes and will draw blood it hurts but if they do bit you leave them alone for a bit

[@jacquelinel6933]

I have an African grey, when you stated a question was "do they damage things" I actually laughed out loud. Mine used to chew door frames

[@cbapl6429]

Mine like to chew the trim under my kitchen cabinets..drives me nuts LOL..

[@tescolemonbleach2359]

Mine likes too chew my sofa and curtains

[@timetravelingasshole5941]

Mine likes to chew doors, door frames, and furniture. I have to keep a close eye on him

[@chirpy4397]

Mine eats biscuits and dips it in curry 😂

[@Aethuviel]

I have owned cockatoos, a scarlet macaw, a Meyer's parrot and a caique (R.I.P Pumpkin), and I have never met a parrot who loves to chew walls as much as my grey. She's pretty sedentary and easy to just leave on a chair, but when she's out strolling, she might just take a chunk out of the wall. -.- (I'm in Norway and walls are made of planks here.)

[@iscn88]

I just adopted my African grey 2 days ago and he was semi-tame. The family could not really handle him and he was a biter. I found you on KZbin and literally you are AMAZING! You have helped Piglet (yes his name is piglet) and myself bond in less than 48 hours. He steps up off his perch, flies around the living room and dining room, and we are absolutely #engagednotcaged !!!! Thank you so much Marlene.. you are seriously the best and your videos are HILARIOUS

[@lakagranger3012]

You should definatly get a Second onw. Birds always need a partner

[@sonias9722]

How is it going now? How long do these birds live?

[@glizzy6717]

@@sonias9722 60-90 years

[@sonias9722]

Thanks guys

[@sonias9722]

But does that mean I'm too old to have such bird (over thirty)? a young bird would obviously outlive me. But im not experienced with birds so I don’t know if I'd be good to adopt an adult bird who has lost his previous owner.. Should I just think about another kind of bird?

[@Jay-nl1fw]

I thought I wanted a bird and then I came to the conclusion that it’s not for me! And that’s okay. I still watch your videos and I absolutely love them. Thank you

[@jasminedey484]

Meyers and Brinze winged Pionus they are easy. They are velcro birds

[@MonstehDinosawr]

Watching educated bird owner content has confirmed to me that a bird would not be a suitable pet for me despite the fact I love them But as a 24/7 thing. Too much.

[@jtjdt]

Good job. I can barely handle a cat meowing at me, so I know a bird is not for me lol 😂

[@denisemac118]

I worked for a pet store call Super Pet. My manager stressed to everyone who wanted a bigger bird to learn about the bird. I loved her for that.

[@suzannedawson6330]

Life with my darling little Abby (grey) bird, was one of the most amazing adventures of my life. She passed away at 23 years old. She was not the best talker, but communicated very cleverly with me. And I mean CLEVER! She was always one step ahead of me. I could write a book about all our experiences together. It’s already been 7 years since I lost her but I miss her every single day. 😔 Such an honor and a privilege to have a close relationship with a bird. ❤

[@user-xg3zz5xr3l]

❤

[@srrfounder1]

I've got a 52 year old grey... BOY HAVE I GOT STORIES!!

[@overit6969]

I have a had a Grey and a Conure for 14 years. We just took in a 28 year old Unbrella Cockatoo. Now my Grey is being very mean to me and trying to bite. I know it's jealousy but it's like I'm starting over with him.

[@srrfounder1]

@@overit6969 It could be fear too. Sasha, my Timneh, did the same thing. It gets better. Hang in there!

[@overit6969]

@@srrfounder1 He is getting better. Praise the Lord. It's like he had to trust me all over again. Lol. I never thought about the fear factor. Probably very true because this cockatoo is a screamer. Lord when they scream you hear it. 😳🤯

[@jmdenison]

Write a book we'd all love to read it

[@topman.9646]

Wow that is along time our last one rocky lasted 26 years but then for got some sort of breathing problem and the vet couldn’t do anything she did say though that most most greys only last 10-15 years if that means anything I don’t know? 🙂

[@LtFaceMan]

Cody must have been a hairdresser in a former life, lol. 💇🏻‍♀️

[@vicab8574]

I have 2 budgies

[@dottieocaspianhorsesrock3643]

dianabetes Right? I was totally thinking a hair transplant specialist or a renowned wig maker in France during the renaissance era. 💇🏼‍♀️💇🏻‍♂️ Cody loves that Marlene has a fabulous head of hair to work with 😅🥰

[@LadyVader]

Cody has a flair for hair! Her styles are very unique, all the rage in Paris these days, I hear.

[@LtFaceMan]

@@dottieocaspianhorsesrock3643 Hahah, totally! 👍

[@Cocospins]

Or just a jealous bald man

[@paulcai9]

I rescued my African Grey over 20 years ago. She only sleeps in her cage and has the run of the whole apartment. She had a terrible start in life and it took me years to get her trust. I have been very patient with her and she has come on in leaps and bounds. She joins us for dinner every day and gets involved in everything we do. Yep destruction is her middle name. Door frames, removed every letter/number on three keyboards, and chewed furniture. She has many toys and climbing frame but is drawn to things I’d prefer she left alone. She is amazing and chatty and funny and bright and my best friend, her and my dog 😄

[@essi4133]

my greys favorite appliance is the microwave. she's honed in on anyone opening or closing it and always does all of it's beeps. my grey is 18 and i got her 2 years ago from a family friend after loving her all my life, despite her never once being friendly with me. i just saw the way she lived and have always loved birds. i used to talk about taking her when i was old enough. well, one day two years ago they finally asked me if i wanted her. she'll do fire alarms and voices, hellos, goonights, goodbyes, always at the right time. her context for making the right noises is always spot on. she makes me laugh so much and is the most polite of my birds. she'll push a hand away before she'll bite if she doesn't want something.

[@TezzTexy]

I had a African grey as a child. His name was Jacko. He talked so much and screaming when he didn't get what he wanted. As we were children we weren't allowed to pet him due to he wold bite you. Never bit mam tho. He loved here. We miss him. He got to be 38 years old :)

[@joanasantos2535]

I kept thinking Marlene’s phone was going off but it was kody 😂😂😂

[@sherryesamuels867]

I was checking mine

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

2:37 if you want to go straight to the topic

[@giacomo8875]

3:41

[@MultiAlerocks]

LMAO the cut to the cockatoo just jumping and the African grey being confused is hilarious lol

[@phantomstrider]

"...... MEEP!" Freaking adorable 😄

[@stuartminion1869]

PHANTOM STRIDER I WAS A BIG FAN

[@risyanthbalaji805]

Hello random KZbinr

[@sisinkauchiha9452]

Indeed altho depending on the pich it Can hurt my african grey have this high pitched sound

[@andresalmenara8693]

Today my African Grey passed away, I’m so sad about it. She was really special to me

[@alexpearson2920]

Sorry for your loss 😭

[@jenniferlauren6347]

They will always be in your heart ♥️

[@bryp7457]

I'm sorry, I'm sure she is looking down on you

[@StHannah.]

I'm so sorry 😥💔

[@maggieskbowler]

I’m so sorry for ur loss. I lost my Quaker 2 days ago and am feeling ur pain. Sending hugs and love ur way 😢💚

[@gvmmy_bear]

Nobody: Birds literally every second: SCREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@515leopard]

emmy pup shows what it’s like to have an African Grey ig haha, has to put in headphones and turn the volume down 🤣

[@chpchp3624]

Fact: the average healthy bird poops 28 to 30 times in a 24 hrs period.

[@jonhohensee3258]

@@chpchp3624 hr

[@brandonflood4019]

Thats a common misconception

[@brandonflood4019]

Birds don't scream all the time is many reasons why they do for Grey's or certain ones that I very social creatures it was scream if you're not giving them enough attention if you're giving them the man attention and giving them the mental stimulation that they need they will be talkin barely a lot but they won't be screaming loudly and obnoxiously before getting something such as a bird you need to make sure that you do your research because even with somebody that requires a special permit to own one therefore it's not a bird for every person that's why you need to do your research on the species of bird that you are looking to buy

[@danielhughes396]

My family has owned an African Grey for 25 years. He is a wonderful pet. ❤ He talks alot. Well over 100 words. Several sentences and even knows a song. It took him a long time to warm up to me. Well worth the wait. They can be extremely affectionate. I love him so much. And yes he is alot of work.

[@aiden5708]

I love how Cody just destroys your hair😂

[@O.B.E.A.S.T.T.]

DESTROYS?

[@sisinkauchiha9452]

To be fair parrots shouldnt be on shoulder or head because of height dominance

[@BB-co7kp]

He’s picking out like 2 notes from that popular iPhone message notification sound and I keep thinking my phone is going off lol

[@outoftime7740]

Cody is a female. She laid an egg some months ago.

[@lamarmohamed1109]

Out Of Time ok?

[@reneemills-mistretta790]

SAINT LOVE'S THE TOY'S!!! He and I both thank you!! They are GREAT toy's!! His favorite is the SWING!!! THANK YOU AGAIN MARLENE!!! YOU ROCK!!

[@katydempsey813]

Congrats

[@sisinkauchiha9452]

I Will need more toys for my parrot too at some point

[@kitkatplus1199]

A lot of people hear "not all African greys talk" but don't really believe it (at first I didn't either!) - but my bird is proof that it's totally possible they won't! In fact, it's possible they won't mimic at all! My grey Mabawa only whistles and grumbles. Every once in a while he makes a water sound, but he doesn't talk, and that's okay!❤

[@evilsweetie32456]

Do I own a bird? No. Do I want a bird? Also no. Am I still here watching every video Marlene drops? Definitely.

[@YTistooannoying]

Oh Marlene hehehehe. My friends have a joke (that comes from a sitcom), that when something is wrong with a person's looks (like food in their teeth, a smudge on the face etc) , we say. "You have a bird on your head ". And never have I thought to see it in reality. So, Marlene, you have a bird on your head.

[@HyphenzaOfficial]

I love this youtuber... She doesn't get distracted and sticks to the topics and points

[@rtcool01]

Lmao

[@selenacruz-spicer6847]

Lmao Cody picking apart your hair is adorable 😭😂 I miss our African grey he was a one-man bird. And I can't wait to see another Vinny video 🥺❤️

[@ravenharris669]

I have one CAG that I have wanted for years. I got him when he was 13w-14w old (he just turned 1) he is my first parrot. I had done tons of research over about a 2 year time span of learning everything I could. I decided to add one to my family. There were a lot of people who frowned not only on me getting a baby vs. rescuing but also choosing a grey as my first bird. It is honestly so sad that bigger birds are shown as a "advanced/intermediate" level no bird is an easy pet. Don't expect everything to always be fun and easy, there are always rough patches. All parrots require a lot of time and engagement but are so worth the effort in the end. Every species has both advantages and disadvantages and no one bird is right for everyone. Parrots live a very long time, it doesn't make sense to get one bird just to help prepare you for another ( the one you have your heart set on) and also is not really fair for that bird. Please always do your research. However, don't let talk turn you away from the bird you want regardless of if you are a first time owner or not. I am so happy with my grey and I would have done the same thing looking back. It breaks my heart to think I could have compromised with smaller "beginner bird" and not have my baby Yoshi today. Ill end this rant here although I could go on...lol Reflecting, I wish I would have had this perspective when I was deciding to get my first bird.

[@tamvasca7064]

That’s exactly what i‘m struggeling with right now. I really want an amazone as my first bird in the future and started doing a lot of reserch. So many people recommend against getting them as the first bird and even to I really get the point of doing so I agree with you 100%... still not sure what to do

[@ravenharris669]

@@tamvasca7064 Sounds like you are off to a good start. Amazons as with every other bird species aren't for everyone so while they might not be right for the people advising you against getting one, who's to say they aren't right for you ? Nobody knows you like you do. If after you research and learn all you can and are still willing to make that long term commitment. I say go for it!

[@adastra5469]

Agree, I have two amazons. Thinking about getting an AG, what did you pay for him/her?

[@ravenharris669]

@Bee every bird is different, I have never had any issues with my grey but I defenitly have with my cockatoo. So long as you keep your bird engaged and make sure they have lots of toys it should be okay.

[@ravenharris669]

@@adastra5469 I paid 2500 for my baby but remember to factor in cage,toy and supply cost. You should also plan on taking your baby to an avian vet asap after you bring g him/her home just to be safe.

[@bargerjeannie]

My African Grey is a big talker and glad she continues to pick up new words every day

[@lesliecarrere2059]

Love this! Cody likes the 80’s hairstyles I see 😂. With Cody’s new doo you are more gorgeous than ever! 😍 Love watching all your videos!

[@gump5ter01]

I just got my 2 parrots as rescues from the parrot trust Scotland called Cody and coco. In 4 weeks Cody has managed to stop taking haldol medication for the first time in years and coco has opened up to men when before she would only interact with women. I’m so proud of the work I’ve done. They where both caged parrots and didn’t want to come out their cages for anything. Not food motivated so was tough. Now when I go in to their bedroom they literally bang their beaks on the cage to get out and come be where I am. It’s been one of the best experiences of my life and it’s very hard but the reward out weighs any amount of work. They would bite me and cause bleeding and bruising at the start. They really did not want anything to do with anything that wasn’t being alone in their cage. So for anyone worrying about this please don’t. If you are willing to PROVE To them you will care for them no matter what and no matter how much they bite and scratch you you’ll still love them and be kind to them I used to sit and eat dinner in front of their cage or I’d sit watching videos on the laptop on the floor and talk to them even tho they acted like they hated me. Now I’m their absolute everything. Please If u can help them and are willing to work they can open up and love again

[@nicholaschamberlain6239]

My cousin has an African Grey parrot, he can talk but is a shy talker. The sounds he makes though, amazing.

[@Zaprixa]

3:30+ to get into the actual vid come on, talking waaaay too much people will click away

[@richardstthomas9726]

Cody seems happiest of all, being on Marlenes head. I know it can be annoying, but, I see how happy she is up there.

[@megsutube1815]

I too was a bit freaked when the young man got an African Grey less then a year after his conure was "murdered (his word)" by his dog. I appreciate you for telling everyone the truth behind the challenges of bird ownership. We know you are non- judgmental, so please don't worry about apologizing over and over again. We get it...I hope he does. Petra's owner is reaching out to him as well. Hoping for the best!

[@juliews105]

I was intrigued about what kind of person is irresponsible enough to let a dog eat their parrot...so, I watched his video. He bought a Tibetan Mastiff which is definitely NOT a breed for most people. He does not seem to provide adequate care for his animals...it really makes me sick. I don’t think his AG is long for this world....

[@adastra5469]

@@juliews105 It made me sad and mad how his parrot died like that, how can he think a small bird and a big dog can work well

[@sisinkauchiha9452]

Yea i wont be having either dogs or cats im happy with just happy my parrot

[@outoftime7740]

I can't believe Cody hung out with you for the whole entire video. Thats a first.

[@stellarcascade7550]

I’ve always wanted an African Grey, I just got one a couple days ago (a Timneh) and I’m just so excited to learn more about them. I’ve had parrots before, an Australian Cockatoo was the largest, and I just love them so much

[@TravellerTinker]

Im afraid of their beaks

[@nansea9691]

Oh, how I love him!!! I had the honor of raising a couple African Greys about 10 years ago, and I fell so in love with them!!!! Awe, they were so, so, SOOO sweet!!! I want a bird right now, so bad!!! It's just not the right time, for me.....😯 Love this video, Marlene!!! Thank- you so very much!!! Love the hairdo you got!!! Lmao!!! You look beautiful no matter what they do to you!! How are the drum lessons going?? Lolol!!!

[@outoftime7740]

Cody is a female. She laid an egg.

[@sisinkauchiha9452]

Would love to know what is up with african greys and hair😂my almost 4 month old african grey wanna be on head and shoulder all the time

[@zinstone]

I literally have a tattoo of my Grey. We are like two peas in a pod. But I was kinda just chosen by him cause my mom decided to get him when I was 11. He then proceeded to bite her all the time and she won't put in the work to mend their relationship. So going on 15 years, we're inseparable. ♥️

[@Gris-ws6po]

“There’s all the getting up and down…” hahahahahaha! I haven’t watched an entire movie without getting up for my grey for 25 years. Then there’s the thing where she says “I’m naughty!” and flies into the bathroom to eat the medicine cabinet. At least she’s honest.

[@caseytrenholm879]

Thank you for posting this! I've gotten a green cheek conure last year, and he has taught me so much about birds already. I didn't realize how similar it is to having a bird as it is to a kid! Right now I have my eye on an African Grey, and I think you just talked me into it being the right choice for me :)

[@magdadunlop4781]

So very true. Owning an African Grey is a huge responsibility. Always think hard and long before making that decision I hope people take to heart all your words

[@sergiotorres6202]

I think Marlene makes the cleaning aspect look easy. I know she says it's not, which it's true, and sometimes shows it. Perhaps, because her house is well kept. I had red masked conure, and it was a lot of work to clean up after him. He would drop seed shells, food, crumbs, water, and have random feathers feathers flying around. He would also take his daily baths and splash water everywhere. Dont get me started with cleaning poop. Perhaps, a video focusing on that can help discourage or show people how much work it's. I know people who had parrots and gave them up becuase of this. I can also see people locking parrots in a cage all day as way to limit the cleaning.

[@MARLENEMCCOHEN]

Good idea Sergio, you're right!

[@robertbrown8896]

Hey Marlene! I have an African Grey. Branagh. She is about 37 years old. I have had her since a baby when I finished hand feeding her. (Trained and practiced under the Breeder.). Over the last, maybe 10 years, she began to develop the red feathers on the top of her back. Over time, more and more have come up. Along the outside of her legs, under the wings, on the sides...in the last year, some feathers are coming out both grey and red. I've never seen another Grey with that going on! Until I saw your Merlin in this video. I love it. It's so pretty. Once in a bird article on line, I saw an entirely red African Grey. Anyway, YES. Like you have said and other's commenting have said...DO NOT GET ANY PARROT WITHOUT COMPLETELY INVESTIGATING Parrot information and, informing yourself about the different kinds of Parrots. Watch videos. Especially Marlene's. Listen to the different voices and calls and screams of different Parrots. Food, fruit skins, poop, etc all over the place? It's a bird. You do not make the bird fit into your life. You fit your life to your bird. They are REALLY hard work. Lots of work. They can un-nerve you with screaming like fingernails across your raw brain. Expensive vet bills. Fresh fruit and vegies everyday with their pellets. Everyday. Constant cleaning. Constant watching. Beaks will try out those slots in the outlets and chew electrical cords among everything else they can. So so much. Watch all of Marlenes videos. Do your research. They require immense time and attention. Don't have that? Don't get the bird.

[@maceyweaver1197]

I have been waiting for this video FOREVER!!!!!! Thank you! Love your vids🦜❤️

[@juliamarchi9414]

I got a cockatiel almost 4 years ago now. She is a white-face. She is almost entirely white with only a few grey feathers on one wing. Her name is Pearl. I did extensive research before I got her (I got a baby from a local trusted bird store). What I've learned is you can never be too prepared. So many crazy things will happen. I thought I was getting a female bird but it turns out she is a male. It turns out that she is a special needs bird as well. About a year or two ago she started having seizure like episodes. We took her to the vet. We have worked with the vet extensively to try to figure out why this is happening. We changed her diet. We changed her sleep schedule. Nothing helped. Our vet specializes in parrots and she has never seen anything like what is happening to Pearl. She often expresses how shocked she is that Pearl is even alive. Now more than a year later, extensive research, dozens of vet visits. Blood work. X rays. We still don't know. This far in and with no other signs, we think it is a neurological problem. She is on medication to help reduce her episodes. Every morning and every night like clockwork. She still has the episodes but the medications help. But even through all of that, she is the sweetest thing ever. She sleeps a lot and we have to be careful she doesn't get too excited. But she is still a happy little bird that beeps and bobs her head all the time. She calls out hello when I come down the stairs in the morning. She plays games and dances. She is a little turd that gets herself stuck places and chews on my sketchbook. She screeches loudly if she wants attention. She has bonded with my whole family and loves to sit and pester us all for scritches one moment and then run away and refuse to get off the couch the next. Birds aren't easy. Sometimes things will happen that you never would have expected. But I wouldn't trade my strong determined little Pearl for anything. *If anyone knows anything about this condition happening to a bird please comment. We are still looking for answers.

[@markh.williamsauthor7286]

Thanks Marlene!! I finished the last week of hand feeding for two of my babies 6 years ago when I got them. It turned out fine, but I would never do it again. Even a week of 2x feeding was so stressful. I was so scared I would hurt them. Never again.

[@BloodyAngel88]

Almost the entire time I was watching this, my dad's African Grey was responding in the background. lol

[@christinesavarese4702]

You are entertaining while being so helpful and educational! I think you are really good at showing the pros and cons to being a bird mama/papa! Thank you!

[@marioluaces6108]

I’m earlyyy I love ur channel I might be getting two birds if I maintain straight As the next year!!

[@amberiscool9720]

If we could speak or like messages eachother just to talk about birds I would be the happiest person in the whole world 🥺❤️

[@ralphrose1]

Our Buddy does the Adam Family theme song...he has an attitude and makes back up truck sounds and stops when you stop coming up the drive way lol. He's a real joy 😁🙏we give him a lot of respect

[@radhika9324]

You can tell she's so patient and calm as a person because I'd get a lil irritated after a while if a bird was picking on my head constantly.😂

[@outoftime7740]

Cody is giving you a new hairdo. Or wants a nest. It's cute. Love Cody. She cracks me up.

[@NancyTigress]

Yeeee!!! Watching this now. 😍 Waking up and in bed. And... Still looking BUT, I might have found a sanctuary that has and I quote "we have several" greys needing a forever home. Once this is over I will be seeing which one will work with my family ☺️❤️ I know il learn more important things from this video. Ok time to listen! 🤗

[@Elsisalittleconcerned]

Ah what a cute bird!! My African Grey isn’t as much of a hairstylist, but a musician. Boy does he,,,, love singing and playing with the bells and toys in his cage right as the sun comes up

[@tammymiller7968]

Love this video and your honesty. I love my African Grey and Umbrella Cockatoo and wouldn't trade them for the world. You are spot on they are a lot of work. I have two dogs large dogs with extremely high prey drives and they have been trained to ignore the birds and run away if one the birds decides to chase them around the house. However with that said I don't leave them out and unsupervised. Keep up the good work your videos are so educational and entertaining. My FIDS and I enjoy them immensely.

[@StevenHawkingsSpitrag]

I’ve been interested in an African grey for a while, and imagine my surprise when I start doing some research on care and temperament, and the first video I click on is of a birb that shares the same name as me. I think it was meant to be 😂😂

[@christinabruce5660]

Now I know who noisiest parrot is in your flock when vlogging in your home. I always wondered who was making a lot of those random sounds.

[@soniakhaled8232]

My African Grey loves small boxes, magazines to rip up and is a cuddler. I am 56 and I rescue birds. He is the easiest and most loving out of all my birds. Rescue is the most rewarding experience of my life.

[@Sky-xl2ml]

I love what you do for those birds you rescue. Thank you for doing that💕🐦💗

[@MrJdubz100]

There are a lot of great African Grays in rescues. Mine was a rescue and she is substantially better rounded than the Senegal that I have that I raised at a very young age.

[@m.cockcroft4737]

Cody is such a characterful bird! She has a huge personality. 🙄

[@hughes2896]

I love parrots, and after working with them on a volunteer basis, having budgies, and learning all that I can about African Greys.... I think I would rather live vicariously through you and the other responsible bird owners on KZbin! Keep on sniffin’ LOL

[@harperphipps]

these videos always brighten my day!! 🤩🤩 thank u for all you do!! 💕 stay save!

[@floridagal150]

You look gorgeous! Long hair, 💇 don't care! Lol, It has definitely grown since we've been quarantined. George was so smart and his voice was unique. Cody has her own language like a mockingbird. I think I heard the smoke alarm battery chirp.

[@noahgonzalez7717]

I’m glad that you mentioned Logan Paul and his new African grey. I’m so happy that u posted this video and maybe it could help him with sir

[@kagehikari4281]

I hope so. I dont follow him but I came across accusations of thoes that do, the sun counure one of them had was not handled well and tuned out aggressive. They had not had very good history with pets. I can only hope they are growing up and learning.

[@lensofthenorth42]

This has gotta be the best way to answer these questions, especially the difficult ones like "is this a good first bird?"! Subscribing!!

[@laurawilliams5363]

He certainly is an incredible hair stylist! I have never had a bird, but I feel like I have a family of them due to your videos. You are doing a wonderful service to our feathered kingdom doing your videos and educating! Thank you.

[@ElleAndTheBirds]

Love this video!!! So educational, it will help so many birds and new owners that want to decide!! I’m happy you addressed Logan Paul in this video too, I hope it will convince some people out of getting a bird because they saw him. Love the hashtag #PickMeMarlene 😂😂

[@GuyInAHotdogSuit69]

I hand-fed my baby grey as a first time bird owner. It was completely problem-free and intuitive, not hard at all, and she's turned out great.

[@kathleenadriaensen7129]

Great vidio with tons of extremly important info. Not everyone can end up with that cute bird who talks which is a HUGE FACTORY

[@brunobeltranbelmonte1081]

Omg! You're such a nice couple, the grey of the birds looks amazing with the grey of your eyes

[@rjbusby4163]

We have a 1 year King Charles Spaniel puppy. He definitely clings to my wife. I started looking into owning a bird to call "my own" for more interaction... I'm SOOO glad I watched your video!! At this point, I'll play more with the dog. However I definitely still want a bird years from now when I'm home 24/7. It won't be easy, but my 5 year old son definitely taught me the value of patience 😊 Thanks for delaying my decision!

[@rjbusby4163]

Wait... your an actress??! Ha ha wow, you're very talented on all aspects of life. I'm a NASA Flight Controller, guess we all have our unshared talents 🙃 I'll see what films/TV you have done... I honestly thought "this lady is very informative and has good facial expressions, she should try acting" 😅🤣

[@veganwolfy2854]

I just got a Africa grey and she is so hard to get out the cage but she is starting to get used to us but she is 1 year old and steal does not know how to step up but where trying 😊😊

[@DaLazyCouchPotato]

I already have an African Grey. His name is Biggie and he is 29 this year. He makes a lot of random sounds, but he rarely talks. Sometimes in the morning when he still slightly asleep he’ll say hello or something like that. There have also been times he’s spoken randomly during the day when it’s quite, but it’s hard to tell what he’s saying. Even still, he does mimic a lot of sounds such as a big truck backing up, beeping, trying to imitate a dog, he can kinda cat whistle, and many more but I can’t remember.

[@MsTheeyes]

Since I started watching you, I have learned a lot. I have always loved animals and want them all (almost, a tarantula is not for me, not because they are ugly, but the fact that I’m afraid of spiders) and you taught me that birds are amazing, but too loud for my head, I “suffer” from headaches and migraines but always had the “what if” or “maybe it could work” thoughts. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and amazing birds 🐦

[@user-bu2ym1xt1g]

Hey I really like your channel, I’m almost 30 and I got my first parrot and it is African grey I didn’t know nothing about them it was very hard but I could learn because I’m an animal lover so it’s not a matter of edge it’s a matter of personality. But it’s true that a bite of African grey is very strong and if you are not ready for it you have to forget about having a bird especially as African grey. But i wasn’t ready for being bitten too but I was finally, and I could survive but it was very hard decision very painful I didn’t expect such a surprise but I decided it doesn’t matter how many times I’m going to be bitten because bird has to be out of cage every day not less than for 3 hours but commonly for 6-8. Training helped me too.

[@_yolopatchtv3887]

The first video is like watching me.🤣🤣

[@vivyanaalvarez1780]

Hey Marlene!!! It’s me again thanks soo much for replying to my comment literally the best part of my days love you and your birds ♥️♥️♥️

[@amberiscool9720]

I’m getting your guys merch soon! I love your videos and you inspire me so much! ❤️❤️❤️

[@pigirl_]

Cody is back in the vids! Woo-hoo! 👍 And she can add "experienced hairdresser" to her resume! Can Merlin make a guest appearance in Part 2? Please! Love you all! ❤️

[@Nixicated]

Would looove to see Marlene - Logan colab over Sir the gray :D

[@sethmeintz6690]

No

[@subswithoutvideos-ty4bd]

No

[@naefin]

yes

[@user-fn8mz8lg9i]

No

[@julialockrem7237]

My family inherited a 40 something year old African grey and he has the biggest personality, never owned a bird before him but I will always have a bird now

[@loristoneking5711]

I love how Cody flutters his red tail. Also i love the way he turned his head sideways when you talk, and Codys beeps and pops..

[@MARLENEMCCOHEN]

yes so cute!!!💕💕

[@gerwinthetiel8878]

yay!!!! aww I still love them tho!!! ❤❤❤

[@bdsaints1986]

She keeps making a sound just like my text sound lol

[@akhoneybee9076]

You’re so right. I grew up with birds around always as well so I know I am accustomed to their brand of crazy being a bird mom and hand feeding birds from childhood. If I hadn’t had that experience and began learning about birds now, that may have been entirely different! People really should be aware of the noise, destruction, and craziness of birds before getting one. For all the crazy, there is a ton of companionship and love to be had with birds as well. They’re amazing pets and I totally loved having birds.

[@mariarahmat8200]

Love African grey, they are special, intelligent, beautiful, talkative. Thanks for taking care of them ao well♥♥♥

[@wendy.allison]

Having an African gray is a nightmare, at least for me. My husband wanted one really badly so we went and got one from a breeder. We have had her about 10 years now and there isn't a day that has gone by in all of this time that I have not feared for my life. If she is able to reach me she attacks. I have scars on my head, on my eyelid, on my hands and a foot from her. She is a contributing factor for our upcoming divorce. Married 21 years and for the last 9 I have had to be in a different room than my husband and that bird. If she hears me at all she will spend hours trying to get to me to attack. Everything she knows how to say other than curse words she has learned from me. I am the one who feeds her treats, I am the one who gets her toys and tells him to play with the damn bird but she hates me with a passion. Doesn't matter what I try nothing makes a difference. Because of this along with other things my husband and I grew apart and he decided to look elsewhere. Good luck to whatever woman he brings home with him because the bird has claimed his as her own. I try and talk everyone out of getting a gray.

[@davidcaballero1349]

I believe your story this birds are crazy

[@wendy.allison]

@@mishqak Good luck! I truly hope with all of my heart that your bird ends up full of love for you and everyone in your life, or at least it will tolerate everyone around you.

[@meenanaicker8999]

We have an African Grey.. He is an attention seeker. Coughs and sneezes in the most irritating way. My son and husband insist that I don't give him away but I am at my wits end. I am 56 and I can't stand the noises. He is only quiet when he eats and sleeps. I regret getting him.

[@wendy.allison]

@@meenanaicker8999 I am sorry you are going through that. I am 53 so I get it. My husband finally caved this year (2 years after my post) to give her to a bird sanctuary. He tried his best to keep the bird away from me, but it became a full time job and he knew I wasn't sticking around if I couldn't get my life back. He is actually happier now that the bird has a great place. It's not far so he can visit, the people there are working with her to try and teach her manners, once it cools down a bit (she's used to AC, not the crazy heat we have been having) she will be put out in a huge enclosure with other birds. She'll really enjoy that, and they say she is doing well and seems very happy. We were both afraid she would become a feather plucker but that hasn't happened. My husband decided to give his bird cage away, they didn't have a need for it where she is. He was holding onto it because he could pick her up any time he wanted to if he changed his mind but he is liking the silence and the lack of stress. Whatever you decide it will be what you need to do. I would look into rescues or sanctuaries. People like that really care about birds and will do their best by the animal.

[@Epictheargonian]

@@meenanaicker8999 That’s what you get for getting the most social bird species 🙄

[@basildog007]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "It's a five star video"

[@jessicabrighton8733]

Love your videos. Love the info. Love the company !

[@ethansancti2864]

I had an AGP since it was a month old. Handfed it and spent at least 3 hours a day socializing it. It is so tamed that anyone can grab or touch him. When it was 3 year old, I went abroad for a month. When I came back and tried caressing him, he bit my finger so hard that my nail broke into two pieces.

[@hollywatts3143]

Why does Cody do better hair than me😂

[@phyllyppe1000]

My Sun Conure parrot can say a guest sentence

[@bkm2797]

Great video Marlene, honest, sincere and at the same time funny ( couldn't get over Codys styling your hair).

[@CorinneWoods]

Awww she’s grooming you! A sign of love!

[@fisforferguson1761]

oh my gosh... having an African Grey is like having a 2-year old child FOR LIFE.

[@biancabie6905]

Not really,not all African Greys are cuddly or loud,Cockatoos are more like an 2 year old,Africans are more like the 6-8 intelligent kid😂

[@divya2677]

Hello Marlene ☺️ Today's my birthday 🎂 April 26

[@dottieocaspianhorsesrock3643]

DIVYA 26 Happy Birthday 🎉🎂 hope you have a wonderful day 🦋

[@LadyVader]

Happy birthday from me and Niko the lovebird! 😁😁❤❤

[@pigirl_]

Happy birthday 🎉🎁

[@mythoverride3321]

happy bday mine was 12 days ago

[@amberknight654]

You are my favourite youtuber and I LOVE jersey!!🐦

[@molly1949]

I have a well traveled little quaker..she loves road trips, hotels and people..tho she bites anyway. She developed her OWN vocabulary which includes go poopy, saved for when church ladies are over.😊