SSL685 ~ sad news.. she's gone...

We were hoping we weren't going to have to report this to you, but after 2 months we still haven't found our little buddy Tiki, an African Grey Parrot that has lived with me onboard since she was a baby. She got spooked in a lightning storm and made her way to shore, to become lost in a million trees making it impossible for us to locate her. We are still hopeful of finding her, and will launch one more blitz with her pamphlets and a reward, but in a month or so we will have to leave the island, which means Tiki may have become its newest permanent resident.. hopefully not, but we certainly appreciate your support and best wishes.
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[@webheadusa9377]

Oh no! Sad news. Good luck looking for her. :¬( Webhead USA

[@sandiemarioprovence3090]

I am so sorry. The loss of a pet is like losing a family member ❤ I had a Quaker parakeet I lost her almost 2 years ago I had her for 28 years. I still listen for her ‘Good morning’ 🙏💔

[@kendarley7501]

So sorry Captain. Losing a beloved pet is always a heartbreak.

[@Habanero777]

Oh..so sad 😢. Hope you find her. Walk the shoreline calling out her name

[@SailingwithThomas]

I was hoping for her to return. So sorry for you guys😔

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

We're still hopeful, but thanks for your sentiment Thomas

[@calvingarrett3245]

​@@SailingSophisticatedLadylost your family member? Oh my God that was a cool bird maybe she will show up one day if she recognizes your boat will never know. But I'm sorry for your loss that was like a family member you had.

[@correnakelly]

Dang, this is tough. Our 15yr old Congo we handfed named Diamond and our family are sending tones of hopeful thoughts from Nova Scotia ❤ . Tiki and Diamond have a lot of the same mimic sounds. I'm grasping at straws here but have you tried broadcasting loud recorded sound of her own vocalizations? Perhaps she may hear them from a further distance. Ill be making sure we stay tuned for updates.

[@vancouver1945]

How old is Tiki?

[@HoosierPete69.]

Danny is such a good friend, he really did his best to find Tiki. Sorry that happened to you.

[@rhencullen]

I hope and pray Tiki is safe, and you guys get reunited again 🙏

[@poppinwithandy7742]

Omg I'm so sorry wow.

[@aytacercen944]

As the owner of a 25 year old African Grey "Chevy" which we raised literally from an egg, I can't imagine the pain and the guilt associated with losing the family member they become. After so many years, they are not pets any longer. They are family. Ours is also flighted, we try to be careful opening the patio door which is her aviary. I am scared to death every time. We have the luxury of living in a house and not on a boat. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. At least you have the comfort of knowing she is in a tropical environment where she has much better chance of survival. Saddest part of the whole thing is she misses you as much as you miss her.

[@jabjab1010]

Not a big fan of birds in captivity, but I totally understand love. Sorry for you and the family. . .hope she flies back like nothing ever happened.

[@jimmarshall5453]

I'm glad you were vocally calling for her. Surely she knows her name and your voices.

[@freddywulf2024]

so sad, I cant watch anymore...HI Jordan

[@11begood31]

Big concern on little Rickeys face how sad Tiki flu away the movie about Tiki so absolutely adorable sorry for your loss you have done everything you could to get her back she will be sorely missed,thanks captain for the video

[@tom080955]

Hoping Tiki is found and comes home.

[@10lauset]

Sad news but here's hoping she's fine. Cheers.

[@fulltimber]

Tiki has Maddie's accent, that's incredible 😊

[@scottjohnson1364]

Sorry for you're loss . hoping she my come back. Love your videos. Best of luck finding her.

[@Vikingbayenterprises]

I’m sorry to see this Rick and Maddie!

[@willemkoeslag9269]

So sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my little friend “Skipper” in St. Maarten while docked at the Mullet Bay, golf course. He flew off one day as well but I would see him for several days but one day he did not return. Very sad day for me as well.

[@rockycestroni9272]

Sad, I hope you find her

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Us too!

[@darlenemc3586]

I've owned lots of birds all my life. I'm heart-broken for you and Maddie. I'm praying for her to return! Tiki sounds like Maddie!! Put her cage on the rooftop of a building along the beach and maybe she will see it and fly back to it for food! Put her favorite treats in there. It's worth a try. Birds are always watching!!

[@danzero50]

Oh no! Hope Tiki finds the way home, or you can find her. Prayers!

[@Alex-us2vw]

Keep looking the usually don’t go far. I found my parrot after posting flyers and on some online sources

[@Open2OpenUT]

It’s not impossible that she could still return. Keep the faith.

[@richb313]

There is still hope but getting another young African Grey does not negate that hope.

[@fsuersal]

Thanks!

[@thomasthornton5737]

😩😩😩❤❤ Hoping for a safe return. At least it's not snowing.

[@christopherforster6555]

She has probably gone to bread hope she returns with a family best of luck.

[@mirellawentz4688]

That was exactly my thought, perhaps she landed in some nice tree with beautiful fruits she loves, and met a lovely lady bird… that would totally override going back to the boat lol

[@antbree3493]

So so sorry to hear about Tiki. Such a heartbreaking loss for you all. I pray she is safe wherever she may be and that some miracle will bring her home to the family who loves her dearly.

[@johnbentley4695]

Aww so sorry and sad myself .I remember when you got her .Got a shock to see it was 7 year ago .Lets hope she is safe and finds her way back somehow

[@cliffdavis5244]

What is a major Bummer… Tiki is such a cool bird. The footage that you showed of her really shows what a personality she had. Sure hope somehow you get her back.❤

[@fabio1fabio1]

I hope Tiki has a wonderful life now as a free bird... 👍

[@gilbertstuff]

My heart is with you guys! ❤

[@billrandell4641]

Sad!!..👍🗽🇺🇸

[@leeoldershaw956]

The way she made a bee line for the shore perhaps indicated she was on a planned mission. They are very smart so perhaps she has taken on a new life. We had a friend with one who occasionally boarded "Bongo" (from the Congo). Upon retrieving Bongo one time the keeper asked if he new police sirens. When told yes he said Bongo had taught all the other parrots to do police sirens.

[@andrewlocke1637]

Shoot. Sorry to hear about your little friend. Let’s keep our fingers crossed. Good luck.

[@christyhanlon554]

I don’t often comment but in this case I really feel for you guys. On the upside, if there is one, she may well be living free and her own life❤❤

[@Habanero777]

Lucky lost a tail feather when I was there that I took and still have ❤..good luck

[@centralpacificexplorer3915]

Im just now seeing that Tiki flew away. Im so heartbroken for you guys. I hope she finds her family again. Will miss you Tiki

[@BigDThatsMe]

Awe hope she comes back. In Panama I had a couple Amazon Yellow Heads, and here in AZ I had a Gray, and now I have none. She may come back as they sometimes do. Grays are very smart.

[@jamespower9566]

Sorry for the loss Captain Rick.

[@calvingarrett3245]

Almost makes me cry

[@jerseyjeff2915]

I know there is a empty spot that goes all the way to your heart. Thinking of you all. Greetings from Bermuda!

[@brianrousseau661]

OH crap that hurts so much,,got 4 Parrots my self, so sorry for your loss,,first Lucky, tiki,, losing babies never goes away, Hope you guys find her very depressing 😢

[@kitowellbeing3778]

How sad, my heart breaks for your loss. Brother / Uncle Danny is so amazing. Praying for Tiki's miraculous return.

[@novadude1968]

So so sorry Rick on the loss of your pet, I know the feeling of that type of loss. I have pets but never had one take off, good luck form Burlington On. Hope she comes back she loved you guys.

[@leibfriedwolfgang9155]

painful loss. I hope she finds her way back to you😢

[@MrCoyote928]

Ride 🚲 around the island so see 🕊️ can see you.. It's an island 🏝️ so she can't go to far... 🤔

[@9thGenerationCajun]

Aww I hope she's found, She will probably land on another boat. 🙏

[@rajuncajun121]

I will miss Tiki waking me up in the morning to have me play with her wine corks and nibbling on my beard. She is a character to say the least. Hopefully she finds her way back to her family onboard SV Sophisticated Lady. My heart goes out to you guys. Cheers Rick Boyd

[@lesliedavidson9199]

It hasn't been a good month for you Rick. Hope it improves now. Best wishes.

[@outlawjjsmith]

Very sorry for your loss, I hope you find Tiki soon. I had a panamanian yellowhead named Zack she lived for over 35 years, Her life was cut short due to cancer. I bought her at the Chinese Market for $15.00 while stationed at Howard Air Force Base, Panama. Lucky for me I was able to get papers on her before I left Panama.

[@sherriwilliams7235]

So sorry about dear Tiki Captain ❤

[@TheMarcmmmm]

I lost my grey Gandalf a few years ago. What happened in that they go on the ground after about 3 days because they get hungry. That’s where the dangers are unfortunately. I did get Gandalf back myself, so happy I was crying.He got on the ground and was found by a local neighbor about 300 yards away from the house that he flew from. Best Wishes Aloha

[@jrabeux]

Sorry for your loss. Had a parrot for 42 years and when she passed we were devastated. Was like losing a family member Best wishes

[@nickpeet1755]

So sorry you lost your bird Rick .... hopefully she will be found....best of luck captain

[@russbirzescu2579]

RICK ..we have to take that recording of him on the loud PA speaker and play it loud in that forest

[@danmallery9142]

Sorry to hear about Tiki! I hope there is still a chance she returns before you leave. 😪

[@dbeelee8564]

Just a dumb suggestion. Maybe call dinner or breakfast or whatever you call feeding time.

[@joshlindemeier2434]

Our furry and feathered family grow deep roots in our hearts…hopeful that in time Tiki is found by the locals and reunited with you 🙏🏼

[@brianrousseau661]

Wishing I could be there to help find her,, so sad..

[@anitahardesty2163]

I just got notified of this video. Im so very sorry. 😢 I will pray you find Tiki very soon. Danny is an amazing friend. Always right there when you need him. He is a great guy! Sending prayers 🙏 and love ❤️ when watching the footage of tiki my dogs are going crazy lol they are barking and looking all over for what is making the sounds ahahaha. They cant figure it out.

[@calvingarrett3245]

Wow tiki is so smart and talkative. Thank you for sharing that video of her. God bless all of you I hope she comes back.

[@merlinbroaddus]

Rick, I am SO SORRY. I had a Green Conure Parrot, Squawker, that decided he could fit through a cracked window. Like Tiki, I have not been able to find him. The big difference, I live in Colorado, I doubt he will survive the winter. 😢😢😢😢

[@stevenplancich6449]

Dang☹️

[@ronaldguyorsr8284]

Holly Parrot Rick. I early fill for you guys. it how can I say it as bad as losing your own child.Causea put is just that they are family but no matter how old they are.They are still your baby. got you guys in prayer. I hope when this reaches you you have found her.

[@Sun_Salt_and_Gasoline]

As for any caged animal, this must be a dream come-true for this bird. Finally free and able to fly as much as she wants. All caged birds should be set free, they need to fly!

[@gulab3483]

Sorry for your loss 😢

[@Vidar.m]

Thats to sad

[@billdestin3091]

I believe if you can find a ‘hand portable ‘ loud speaker and play the same songs she used to produce inside the boat, she will respond hopefully.

[@yesbigfootyes6902]

WITHOUT OUR GRIEF HOW COULD WE UNDERSTAND AS MUCH ABOUT LOVE

[@steveshoemaker6347]

It is just damn sad that she flu away......Thanks Cap and hoping she will be found Old Shoe🇺🇸

[@shannonlee3671]

My parrot passed away in my hands 8 years ago and I raised her from am egg. I had a black hole in my chest for months. Still hurts like hell. She is in a beautiful place so hopefully she's ok and you will find her one day.

[@kevininny2625]

I was sad to hear Tiki is gone. But while thinking about it for a few days, it may be okay if she is free and safe. I am sorry for your loss and hope she is well.

[@sailingstpommedeterre4905]

So sorry...we can only hope Tiki is flying around. 😪

[@jewelyjem1986]

It's amazing how Tiki's voice sounds just like Madelina's when she calls for Rick. So sorry. Hopefully she's at least enjoying the rest of her life in freedom. I love all of your videos. Good luck in the future. ❤

[@nooneanybodyknows7912]

Tiki 🙏

[@SailingSophisticatedLady]

Yes, very sad..

[@jamespower9566]

San Andreas is not a bad landing spot fot Tikki. Again, sorry for your loss Captain Rick.

[@russbirzescu2579]

Start at day break before first light when is quiet and all the birds are just listening.....doo it !

[@bobreichel]

I lost a bird once and 2 days later he came back. Everyone said I'd never see him again. They were wrong.

[@tonyrhoton6613]

Sorry 2 hear about tiki it sucks 2 loose a pet

[@jacque7736]

Tiki gone wild for a moment, got totally lost but fortunately, she found a parrot lady with a plantation on the island. She's still thinking about sophisticated lady and the crew once in a while but time is a healer she keep repeating to herself. Take good care Rick, you and the family 💪✌

[@renodowns5256]

I’m so sad

[@tvfilm]

Sorry for the loss Captain of Tiki. He maybe wanted to spread his wings and have you guys spend more time with RIchie Rich. Not that you weren't but sometimes things happen for a reason. Tiki had a path and that was his day to progress in his journey. Love watching Richie Rich, what an intelligent young little man he's becoming. Protect him at all costs!

[@JolantaCentkowski]

This is a very sad news…💔

[@PRINCESSDREAMYLYN]

if i may suggest something that worked for me... Take the recordings of Tiki and intermittently you calling her, play it loudly and just set it some were if possible during the day replying it and at Night if you can as well play it for about an hour just before dark when it's quiet out. Birds have good hearing so maybe she will come to were she hears herself. especially in area's people have seen her. Maybe your friend Danny could help with that being he's on land. have some of her favorite foods ready if she does come so she will come to you, when or if she shows up. It's always good to teach your birds to fly to you before this happens, then it's much easier to get them back. Sorry she's lost, my hope is she will come back. ♥much love♥

[@garybaker6333]

Sad

[@DaveBrandt96]

We are so sorry. I was hoping throughout the video you would be able to surprise us at the end, but sadly, it wasn't to be.

[@geraldinepluyms5935]

Im so sorry Rick

[@donnasingleton6320]

I'm hoping that with the community involved in the search for Tiki that there will be more sightings and eventually you will be reunited.

[@edcrego8487]

So sorry the look in your sons eye man when y I ur home is on the water out in the bay you have to be careful

[@sailingvesseljulianne8230]

I hope Tiki is found before you leave. We have a 23 years old African Grey that we raised from infancy (fed her bird baby food from an eye dropper we also live aboard a sailing vessel and just brought aboard a new puppy. Just keeping Talia in her cage for a while to protect her from puppy is heart breaking to me. - can’t imagine loosing her.

[@remistrijbis17]

Let's all hope the Universe will be kind to you and let tiki get back to you all save and sound 😢.

[@gomphrena-beautifulflower-8043]

Oh Rick. All these years I just assumed her wings were clipped. My💔is broken for y’all. 😢

[@Papasmurf89]

Ahoy Capitan and family ! So sorry for the loss of our beloved friend Tiki. Man it won’t be the same without but I know a little what you’re going through. We lost a dear friend, our golden lab to a storm. Her name was Cleo , short for Cleopatra. But I hope everything works out for you guys ! Good luck !

[@FlyMeAirplane]

Sad.

[@jp3503]

I never read the comments before meeting you. While many have nice and appropriate things to say, the others blow my mind. False assumptions and a total lack of sympathy for losing a friend. If they bothered to actually watch the video it’s apparent that Tiki did not “live” in a cage. 🙈

[@mikesjunk00]

Hopefully, someone has found her. A domesticated bird won't last long in the wild without a flock, safe shelter and an understanding of predators... Let alone her lack of knowledge in finding edible food.

[@billhanna8838]

I lost my friend 'Paddy' , Door slammed behind me as i was bringing her in , She was off , Miss the little bugger

[@jamesmoore7106]

Hopefully someone will find her 🙁