Home » Pets & Animals » Birds » Parrots

GIMME FEEDBACK!

Feel free to comment, critique, or ask Nemo a question!

From the lens Land of The Littles: Getting To Know Parrotlets.

I wanna hear from you! I ESPECIALLY wanna hear from you if you're packin' hot pepper seeds!

retweet

  • Copi Aug 29, 2011 @ 8:05 pm | delete
    Hello Nemo, your write-up was quite good.

    Copi Myler (copi@myler.org)

    Visit me on Facebook!
  • RecipePublishing Jul 31, 2011 @ 5:52 am | delete
    Very sweet tweeter.
  • julietarot Jul 9, 2011 @ 9:36 am | delete
    Decades ago I had a lovely Red Rosella called Polly. He was lovely and though they are different birds this lens reminded me of him!
  • BarbRad Jul 8, 2011 @ 4:26 am | delete
    I've never had a pet bird, so is was interesting reading about Nemo and the others.
  • Psycho-Gamer Jul 7, 2011 @ 12:30 am | delete
    nICE LENS my mother loves..parrots...although i ve never seen her owning one...hhmm strange...but when we visit a family friend wwho has parrots...she goes crazy....
  • Pnorway Jul 6, 2011 @ 10:36 pm | delete
    beautiful birds!
  • miaponzo Jul 2, 2011 @ 2:43 pm | delete
    Very cute birds!!!! Congrats!
  • AdriennePetersen Jul 1, 2011 @ 2:47 pm | delete
    Exciting lens, congrats on LOTD!
  • dannystaple Jun 30, 2011 @ 5:12 pm | delete
    Wonderful. I didn't know this mini-parrot species existed until I came across this lens. In the London Zoo, they have some Hyacinth Macaws - absolutely magnificent looking huge parrots. I always go to pay attention to them - if you interact with them (and they aren't grouchy), by chatting to them, it can be quite fun to watch them respond - they seem to be interested in anyone who actually chats to them instead of just gawping.
  • wilddove6 Jun 30, 2011 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    Oh yes! Hyacinths are beautiful birds! Big though...I try not to get underfoot.
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • huvalbd Jun 30, 2011 @ 4:09 pm | delete
    This lens is so much fun, I've revisited--Nemo is a delight!
  • wilddove6 Jun 30, 2011 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    I really am! Thanks for visiting again!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • PatinKC Jun 30, 2011 @ 2:09 pm | delete
    Excellent lens! Love the videos!
  • LikinTrikin Jun 30, 2011 @ 7:07 am | delete
    Very nice LotD.. Congrats !!
  • serenity4me Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:39 pm | delete
    Very nice, loved all the photos as well.
  • candy47 Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:35 pm | delete
    Thank you Nemo for a wonderful lens!
  • Srena44 Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:55 pm | delete
    great lens
  • LTZoomer Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:35 pm | delete
    Great job on Lens of the Day. I learned a lot about these litte guys. I love birds but didnt know a lot about the parrotlets.
  • kitty222 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:20 pm | delete
    This is a good informative Lens. Loved the pictures. If anybody tells me they want a parrot or parrotlet, I'll suggest taking a look at your Lens first.
  • bunyip Jun 29, 2011 @ 7:36 pm | delete
    Heaps of info and some beautiful photo's. congrats.
  • awelldressedbullet Jun 29, 2011 @ 7:25 pm | delete
    Hi Nemo, I just had to drop back and visit again to leave my congratulations on your Lens of the Day!

    ~ I am now able to dust your lens with a dusting of Squidoo Angel Blessings ~
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:09 pm | delete
    Nice to see you back...and with the wings of an Angel! Thank you so much for the fly-by and the sprinkles...they are so appreciated that I'll even spring for some millet for you.
  • lasertek Jun 29, 2011 @ 6:51 pm | delete
    I have learned so much about parrotlets. Thanks for sharing.
  • Duane_Jackson Jun 29, 2011 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    they are so cute! and this lens is a masterpiece...
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:10 pm | delete
    I am cute! And a masterpiece. Thanks for noticing!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • jptanabe Jun 29, 2011 @ 6:32 pm | delete
    What a great LotD - enjoyed it and learned so much at the same time!
  • quicpost Jun 29, 2011 @ 6:04 pm | delete
    Thanks for such a wonderful lens. People like birds need special care and it's good to find out first if you can handle all the aspects of caring for a feathered friend. Thanks for building a great lens that's informative and fun.
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:11 pm | delete
    I agree! Thanks for stopping by!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • lollyj Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:58 pm | delete
    What an imaginative, humorous, interesting lens!! Loved every bit of it.
    Congrats on LOTD.
  • gypsyman27 Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:44 pm | delete
    This lens has a lot of interesting aspects. Congrats on LotD. See you around the galaxy...
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:12 pm | delete
    Live long and prosper.
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • RawBill Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:43 pm | delete
    Wow, awesome stuff. I have seen talking parrots before but now a typing parrot! Amazing! Well done on LOTD my feathered friend. :-)
  • KimGiancaterino Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:33 pm | delete
    I learned a lot here and was thoroughly entertained ... thanks! Congratulations on LOTD!
  • nancycarol Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:21 pm | delete
    Not only is this an extremely knowledgeable lens, but I also found it very entertaining. You write very well, giving a subject that could be boring to a non-parrot owner, interest and humor. I really enjoyed reading this lens, thanks so much for sharing.
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:13 pm | delete
    Non-parrot owners are boring? You don't say....
    Thanks for stopping by!
    Nemo
  • scarlettohairy Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:19 pm | delete
    I had never heard of a Parrotlet. They look like big-headed parakeets to me! Cute.
  • easinarafat100 Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:13 pm | delete
    your advice very good, thank you
  • newbizmau Jun 29, 2011 @ 4:35 pm | delete
    Avocado toxic? Wow, never would have guessed.
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:14 pm | delete
    Me neither, (I thought they were just fattening), but it's true...for all pet birds.
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • bcmorgan Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:50 pm | delete
    Some really interesting facts to consider.
  • nightbear Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:12 pm | delete
    I really enjoyed meeting you and think you are an especially intelligent parrot. I am so happy you shared such wonderful insight. Congratulations on LOTD! Blessed!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:15 pm | delete
    Nice to meet you too! I see you have wings! Would you like some millet?
    Thank you for blessing me, (although I don't sneeze).
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • bakerwoman Jun 29, 2011 @ 2:00 pm | delete
    Cute little critters. I want one.
  • SandyPeaks Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:54 pm | delete
    Delightful lens - and some very good advice!
  • anka_n Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    they're very nice!
  • kwhiting644 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:39 pm | delete
    So cute!! Love him.
  • Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:37 pm | delete
    1 Word - WonderfuLens !
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:25 pm | delete
    Thankyoumuchly!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • Heather426 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:23 pm | delete
    Fantastic lens, and I really enjoyed reading it. Congrats on LOTD!
  • TheGail Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:18 pm | delete
    yous is da bested Nemo. Bink
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:26 pm | delete
    You're swell, Bink!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • RitaDern Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:16 pm | delete
    Very enjoyable read that was educational - cleverly written and organized. Who doesn't want to run out and get a birdie now!!
  • pheonix76 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:00 pm | delete
    I was just here a couple of days ago and am thrilled to see you have been selected for LotD!!!! Amazing, congratulations. Wish I could give another thumbs-up. :D
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:25 pm | delete
    See, I'm addictive!
    If you don't have any more thumbs left, a toe will do!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • Ruthi Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:57 am | delete
    Nemo the parrotlet is a whole lot of fun and has shared a whole lot of bird lover information. Great lens of the day, congratulations!
  • Carmel_Aaron Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:46 am | delete
    I love birds and have 3 different ones, a Parakeet a Cockatiel and an African Grey.. I have never had a Parrotlet though, so this lens is very interesting to me.
    Congratulations on earning your Lens of the Day status.
    Thumbs up...
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:12 pm | delete
    And a Wing High Five to you!
    Thanks for stopping by!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • luckycharms Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:40 am | delete
    I've heard of parrots, but not parrotlets. I learned a lot from this lens! Very good information
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:13 pm | delete
    I've heard of Kings and Kinglets. Maybe they rule tiny countries.
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • dfishbac Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:39 am | delete
    Very interesting lens. I hadn't heard of this species before. Congrats on the LOTD.
  • MisTikkal Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:38 am | delete
    Great work, interesting and fun.
  • haikuwedding Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:36 am | delete
    Amazing lens! Nemo. We enjoy watching you and I bet you can't stop dancing now you won the LotD. Congrats!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:14 pm | delete
    That's right...my little feet are doing the Jiggy for sure!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • JennySui Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:30 am | delete
    Congrats on LOTD! You really deserve it.
  • lkoelbel Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:30 am | delete
    What a GREAT lens! Not only informative but extremely entertaining!

    Loved it! =}
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:16 pm | delete
    I aim to please....especially if you have food.
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • Jhangora Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:55 am | delete
    I wasn't aware about these beautiful birds. Thanx for a very informative and comprehensive Lens. Congrats on LoTD!
  • CalamariFritti Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:14 am | delete
    Great lens. Congrats on LOTD
  • Yawapi Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:46 am | delete
    awesome lens! very informative and enjoyable.
  • manfield3 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:43 am | delete
    So very cute!! Loved it!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:16 pm | delete
    You're kinda cute yourself.
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • southbest Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:37 am | delete
    Really Great Lens.It Deserved to be lens of the day
  • hysongdesigns Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:35 am | delete
    wow I'd never heard of Parrotlets before (can you tell I'm not a exotic bird keeper) but this was pretty interesting. I would love to know more about them in the wild, like where do they come from?
  • PeteSchultz Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:32 am | delete
    a truly delightful LOTD, and very informative. Thanks Nemo, for the interesting education.
  • akumar46 Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:30 am | delete
    Congratulations for LOTD......nice lens with very beautiful pictures.
  • SocialpathFree Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:12 am | delete
    OMG, these are the cutest things ever. Thanks for sharing these precious little birds with us.
  • love4rocks Jun 29, 2011 @ 9:07 am | delete
    Nemo you are super cute. Awesome lens.
  • happynutritionist Jun 29, 2011 @ 8:44 am | delete
    I cannot get over the cuteness...wonderful page...I love animals, oh, sorry, you may think you're almost human...well...you know what I mean. Anyway, your adorable, and you make me want to run out and get a cutie like you, but alas, the biting part...my husband has a huge phobia about parrots because he was bitten by one...but your pictures are great and your as cute as can be, and congrats on the LOTD:-)
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:19 pm | delete
    Oh yes, we are beyond cute. The beak brings it all back to reality....just to make sure you're always paying attention.
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • Mistalina Jun 29, 2011 @ 8:28 am | delete
    This is a wonderful lens. I had many types of pet birds growing up, and this lens brings back many wonderful memories. Thank you!
  • partybuzz Jun 29, 2011 @ 8:12 am | delete
    Nice to meet you, Nemo. And, thanks for the expert info about parrotlets. Congratulations on LotD!! :)
  • celeBritys4africA Jun 29, 2011 @ 8:07 am | delete
    Congratulations!
  • alkapuri Jun 29, 2011 @ 8:01 am | delete
    nice lens.
  • d-artist Jun 29, 2011 @ 7:55 am | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD! what an adorable breed of bird, I must confess I have never heard of a Parrotlet...I would love one, except my Kitty would also...very informative and well done lens, wonderful photo images...thanks for sharing.
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:22 pm | delete
    Oh Kitty....boo! I'd rather tweet than be a treat, if you catch my drift..
    Thanks for stopping by!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • GrowWear Jun 29, 2011 @ 7:51 am | delete
    Congratulations for LOTD, Nemo. Sorry, no hot pepper seeds. Would have had some if I had known I was going to meet you this morning. :)
  • Irenemaria Jun 29, 2011 @ 7:19 am | delete
    I think this lens is made of LOVE. These little pets can be so personal and fun to have.
  • Irenemaria Jun 29, 2011 @ 7:18 am | delete
    I think this lens is made of LOVE. These little pets can be so personal and fun to have.
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:22 pm | delete
    I'm going to take that personally.
    Thank you!
    Nemo
  • Annamadagan Jun 29, 2011 @ 7:17 am | delete
    LOVE the pictures!!
  • Fitzcharming Jun 29, 2011 @ 6:59 am | delete
    I love this. I've never heard of these birds and now I must have one. Thanks for the fantastic job on your Squidoo lens and congrats for lens of the day. Much deserved.
  • ShirlW Jun 29, 2011 @ 6:26 am | delete
    Nemo - Congratulations on your well deserved LotD. I loved your lens a much this time as the first time I visited it. You really do rock!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:24 pm | delete
    Heh, thanks for dropping by again.
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • debi12345 Jun 29, 2011 @ 6:05 am | delete
    What a Great Lens!! Very well done! ... thank you
  • objectified Jun 29, 2011 @ 6:03 am | delete
    Enjoyed reading the stuff, thanks for sharing the good stuff
  • garishwasil Jun 29, 2011 @ 5:47 am | delete
    Congratz for becoming LotD !!
  • davidber Jun 29, 2011 @ 4:59 am | delete
    Great lens, very interesting
  • LaraineRose Jun 29, 2011 @ 4:47 am | delete
    A well deserved LOTD! This lens has a wealth of information and very interesting!
  • bercton Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:43 am | delete
    Great lens Nemo. Congratulations on LOTD!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:04 am | delete
    Thank you!
    I think I'm going to have to fuel up today....I see I'm going to be a busy bird answering all of these kind comments!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • nbrandt123 Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:33 am | delete
    Awesome! i love parrots! I'm thinking to get one too. :)
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Well, do your research before you get one...that way you'll get the right one for you!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:12 am | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD! It has been nice to revisit the parrotlets.
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:02 am | delete
    It's been nice to have you back! Did you bring treats this time?
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • WeirdStuff Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:12 am | delete
    Great pictures!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:01 am | delete
    Thanks! I consider myself pretty photogenic.
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • tw006e6375 Jun 29, 2011 @ 2:54 am | delete
    Im not into caged birds I would love to see all birds free but those people that do keep birds love them as do all pet lovers other than that you have a great lens and the colour of the birds makes a great show.Tom
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 11:00 am | delete
    My Mum works with wild birds, so she knows how important it is for us to have a lot of freedom at our house. She tries her best. I was born in captivity, so I wouldn't know how to be truly free without getting into a lot of trouble...so I guess it's a bit of a compromise.
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • Vitamoney Jun 29, 2011 @ 2:47 am | delete
    great lense.
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:56 am | delete
    Many thanks!
    Thanks for stopping by!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • howtocurecancer Jun 29, 2011 @ 2:43 am | delete
    Congrats for the LoTD!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:56 am | delete
    This is the best things since hulled seed!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • StevenCousley Jun 29, 2011 @ 2:35 am | delete
    What cute little birds, they remind me of our Aussie Budgies. Congrats on the LOTD!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:55 am | delete
    Thank you!
    Maybe we look like Budgies with no tail.
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • australiasbest Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:47 am | delete
    Great lense and congrats on LOTD!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:54 am | delete
    Many thanks!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • myshelle01 Jun 29, 2011 @ 1:33 am | delete
    Delightful lens a pleasure to read
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 10:53 am | delete
    Thank you!
    Methinks my little talons are going to be sore from typing that a lot today!
  • Airinka Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:43 am | delete
    I LOVE THIS LENS...
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:58 am | delete
    I love you too!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • OhMe Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:18 am | delete
    Nemo, you did a super job on this lens and I learned so much about the Land of the Littles. We used to have a Red Lured Amazon Parrot and your actions reminded me of his. His name was Alvin! I didn't know much about Parrotlets so glad I ventured over here to congratulate you on LOTD! Well deserved!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:57 am | delete
    Thank you! Sounds like Alvin was an upstanding kind of guy. I'll bet he liked chili seeds too!
  • MarxBrandon Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:11 am | delete
    Awww! So cute birds can't wait to squeeze them.
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:55 am | delete
    If you squeeze the birdy, I'll pierce your nose for you.
  • sophia_mendoza Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:11 am | delete
    interesting! i could make a lens on their larger relatives ... the parrots!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:54 am | delete
    Sure! My cousin is an Amazon. He says that would be swell!
  • fervill Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:22 am | delete
    Great lens! I love birds..and the colors are attractive. the inputs are well-detailed.
  • vineets12 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:00 am | delete
    Great leans...good to see those little birds..keep it up...
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:13 am | delete
    I'll try, but it's heavy.
    Thanks for stopping by!
  • Ramkitten Jun 28, 2011 @ 11:43 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD! I had one of these little guys years ago. I miss my MacIntosh. What a great bird he was. (Although sometimes naughty and loud.)
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:12 am | delete
    MacIntosh was naughty and loud? That's awesome! I'm sure he was a fine Parrotlet.
  • Retro_Loco Jun 28, 2011 @ 11:26 pm | delete
    Congratulations on LOTD!!! Parrotlets are beautiful AND adorable little birds -- I learned a lot about them from reading this lens. I hope anyone interested in adopting a Parrotlet is familiar with the nutrition requirements and safety of this species of bird. I can't stop looking at the photos!! ;-)
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:10 am | delete
    I hope so too. I like to eat and I like to be safe while I eat. Thanks for stopping by!
  • Tipi Jun 28, 2011 @ 11:12 pm | delete
    I loved this in November of 2009 and it is my pleasure to return to congratulate you on LOTD!
  • wilddove6 Jun 29, 2011 @ 12:09 am | delete
    THANK YOU! I may be little, but I can yell with the best of 'em! I'm honored!
  • pheonix76 Jun 27, 2011 @ 5:35 pm | delete
    Such an informative lens with beautiful photos -- adorable birds.
  • wilddove6 Jun 27, 2011 @ 6:00 pm | delete
    That's us...adorable with a capital "A". So glad you stopped by to notice!
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Jun 26, 2011 @ 6:08 am | delete
    These little critters are so cute!
  • wilddove6 Jun 26, 2011 @ 10:39 am | delete
    Oh we are! We are! Especially when we are plotting world domination!
  • annmackiemiller Jun 22, 2011 @ 9:06 am | delete
    now featured on - http://www.squidoo.com/cats-dogs-and-humans-recommended-articles-for-june
  • wilddove6 Jun 22, 2011 @ 10:10 am | delete
    Thank you again, Ms. Angel. I'd better go and put on my best feathers!
  • annmackiemiller Jun 22, 2011 @ 9:06 am | delete
    now featured on - http://www.squidoo.com/cats-dogs-and-humans-recommended-articles-for-june
  • wilddove6 Jun 21, 2011 @ 11:49 am | delete
    Thank you Ms. Angel! I'm smitten! And so lucky you came to visit! Thank you!
  • annmackiemiller Jun 21, 2011 @ 10:10 am | delete
    wonderful - Angel blessed and will feature on my new lensroll when it is published
  • ellagis Jun 5, 2011 @ 10:39 am | delete
    accurate, precise and complete. I think this is the right way to approach to the adoption of any animal: first know what's possible, and then decide if you can give it a good life. I like this lens really a lot!
  • wilddove6 Jun 5, 2011 @ 10:44 am | delete
    Thanks! I like you too! I'd like you better if you brought treats next time.
  • marciag May 10, 2011 @ 11:37 am | delete
    Hehe this is too fun of a lens! Have given it a nice parroty like!
  • wilddove6 May 10, 2011 @ 11:41 am | delete
    Thanks for stopping by! I'm glad you were "parroty" with the "parody" and had fun! We'll set up a playdate for later on in the week, okay?
  • Sydneyaus Feb 9, 2011 @ 4:22 am | delete
    What a little beauty she is!
  • wilddove6 Feb 21, 2011 @ 1:20 pm | delete
    Thanks for stopping by!
    She is pretty, and she is a Diva...trust me!
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Jan 13, 2011 @ 4:10 am | delete
    You should put a warning label on this lens! Reading may cause someone to go to a store and buy birds that they hadn't thought about buying before!
  • wilddove6 Jan 13, 2011 @ 10:46 am | delete
    Thanks for stopping by!
    Listen, since you're going to the store anyway, can you pick me up some millet?
  • Brick_House_Fabrics Dec 17, 2010 @ 6:10 am | delete
    Great info!
  • wilddove6 Dec 17, 2010 @ 9:57 am | delete
    Thanks!
    Great hair!
  • TheGail Nov 20, 2010 @ 2:24 pm | delete
    Hi Nemo, just thought ise wood check in ans tells yous ise like yous information, cept da part about da ebil vet. Bink
  • wilddove6 Nov 20, 2010 @ 2:39 pm | delete
    Hi Bink!
    Oh I agree! Evil vets don't have treats. What's up with that?!?
  • flipflopnana Sep 17, 2010 @ 11:26 am | delete
    WOW! Beauty and brains. I really enjoyed meeting you and learning all about you Nemo. Thanks!
  • wilddove6 Sep 18, 2010 @ 5:01 pm | delete
    Beauty, brains, AND beak!
    Next time, bring treats!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • awelldressedbullet Sep 9, 2010 @ 10:42 pm | delete
    Nemo! What a pretty bird, and so smart, you type very well! I think mom might have helped you out though LOL Birds kind of freak me out a bit (up close), so I love to admire them from afar! Wonderful lens, thank you! - Kathy
  • wilddove6 Sep 9, 2010 @ 11:09 pm | delete
    Even up close I'm about as harmless as a cotton ball with legs, (and about that size too).
    Yeah...zygodactyl feet don't lend themselves all that well to keyboards.
    Thanks for visiting!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • ol' gearjammer Jul 22, 2010 @ 10:43 am | delete
    Hi Nemo My little bundle of joy doesn't bite for any reason except "play", and he's getting better at grasping a stern "NO BITING". Is there anything better for this? He LOVES the "Hand Monster" as a playmate, no fear whatsoever. He lets me do pretty much anything, if he doesn't like something he makes a low growl sound, and I stop. But he doesn't bite about it. It's really just play to him. Any suggestions?
  • wilddove6 Jul 22, 2010 @ 6:03 pm | delete
    HIYA!
    If your little guy is a youngster, it's very normal for babies and juveniles to "test" surfaces with their beak, or not to know that they are biting or beaking too hard.

    A stern "no biting!" doesn't really compute all that well to us birds. We don't understand your language, and since we love, love, love drama (the louder the cooler to us!), there is a possibility this can backfire eventually into rewarding biting.
    Let me give you an example:

    Birdy bites.
    "Mom" yells, "NO BITING!"
    Birdy thinks this is cool and exciting and loud and parrot-like, and bites again to get the reaction out of Mom.

    See what I mean? These kind of actions...yelling, raising your voice, making a big deal out of the biting *can* actually end up reinforcing the bite eventually.

    One of the very best ways to deal with biting is to do exactly what you are doing right now.....watching body language, and paying attention to your little guy's warnings that he doesn't want to be touched at the moment, or he's had enough of the "hand monster", and simply heed his request to stop *before* he has to escalate things into a full out bite.
    Humans are particularly not very good at heeding those warnings, and we birds end up having to make it VERY clear that we've had enough...but it doesn't have to be that way...if you respect our space, and our need to have some down time, rest, or not be touched at the moment, we then know you "get it", and are much less likely to bite.

    If you feel you need let the little guy know that beaking was too hard, try a very soft, non-threatening voice...place the tip of your finger on the end of his beak slowly and gently, and tell him "gentle beak". Most P'lets get the idea of this very quickly because you are in fact showing him what a gentle beak means...and doing so in such a way that you are not loud (encouraging), or scary/threatening (which may lead to defencive biting).

    Also, "playing" to induce biting, (like having a dog tug or pull on your arm in his mouth) is something you might not want to encourage. In most respects you want to avoid biting (by not encouraging it, as well as heeding body language and warnings before the bite). Biting is really a last resort for a bird. You'd be much better off to substitute the "play hand" for biting on or chewing on with a small, hand-held toy. That way you two can have fun, but not get into a situation where biting is encouraged.

    Again, a little leeway here if your little man is still young...babies explore with their beaks, and that includes things like dermatology on skin to see what the heck that is, or how sturdy is this perch/hand thing, etc.

    Hope that answers you questions.
  • Jennifer May 24, 2010 @ 12:11 pm | delete
    What a lovely site! I have it bookmarked now! =)
  • wilddove6 May 24, 2010 @ 2:53 pm | delete
    Many thanks, Jennifer!
    Glad you enjoyed yourself.
    I'm not allowed to beakmark the books, but that doesn't stop me from trying!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • April Apr 24, 2010 @ 3:55 pm | delete
    I adore this site!!!
    It is now the Number one link I share with potention parents to my little ones as well as people looking for more information about them.

    Great Work i look forward to learning more because we are always learning :0)
  • wilddove6 Apr 24, 2010 @ 9:39 pm | delete
    Cool! Thanks for the recommendations!
    Yep...always learning....
    Today I learned that Okra seeds aren't half as bad as they look!
  • Mama2ManyMouths Mar 8, 2010 @ 4:23 am | delete
    Great site! Love all the information you provide. It's nice to have a place to refer parrotlet wanna-be-owners to. Take care Nemo! <3 <3
  • wilddove6 Mar 8, 2010 @ 10:38 am | delete
    Thanks for your visit!
    Referrals accepted and appreciated, (just make sure they bring treats!).
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • Wordwinder Feb 25, 2010 @ 9:39 pm | delete
    Wonderful to have got to know you, Nemo, and your human friend! 5*
  • wilddove6 Mar 8, 2010 @ 10:39 am | delete
    Thanks!
    Nice to meet you too!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • grannysage Feb 24, 2010 @ 3:54 pm | delete
    I'm not really a bird person, although my cats would love for me to bring one home. But this lens was so informative in such a relaxed and interesting style. I loved it. Nemo rocks!
  • wilddove6 Feb 24, 2010 @ 5:00 pm | delete
    Bad kitties!
    Glad you found it relaxing. I'd say I was relaxed, but right now, it's spring, and I'm a five inch bundle of hormones!
    This too shall pass.

    Thanks for visiting!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • Skoshi Feb 23, 2010 @ 1:37 pm | delete
    WTG Great Job Nemo--Skoshi-man. You are so right on
  • wilddove6 Feb 23, 2010 @ 9:02 pm | delete
    Thanks Skoshi!
    Glad to see another P'let here!
    (wing wave)
  • LaraineRose Feb 12, 2010 @ 4:29 am | delete
    Nemo, you are a cutie. I'd love to have you come for a visit but I have a big black kitty who might do you some harm so I'll have to visit you at your home. 5*s and fav. for your wonderful lens.
  • wilddove6 Feb 13, 2010 @ 1:00 pm | delete
    You come and visit any time!
    Remember, jalapeno peppers make a nice bring along to tea.
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • wyrm11268 Feb 9, 2010 @ 2:29 am | delete
    What a wonderful lens. Nemo I read every word you tweeted here - and I am a Dachshund! We have a Sun Conure who loves me but is very loud. Wish she made sounds like you :-)
    Dachshund Luke
  • wilddove6 Feb 9, 2010 @ 12:48 pm | delete
    Heh Luke!
    I didn't know Dachshunds could read! Learn something new everyday!
    Yeah...I've heard those bright birds have boisterous beaks. Good thing you have long ear flaps!
    Thanks for your visit!
  • musicaldreamer Feb 7, 2010 @ 2:35 pm | delete
    I love this lens! I never knew about these birds before
  • wilddove6 Feb 7, 2010 @ 3:39 pm | delete
    Thanks for your visit and glad you like us!
    Sometimes, we get missed, 'cause people think we're some kind of parakeet with no tail.
    Sheesh!
  • prosperity66 Jan 28, 2010 @ 5:29 am | delete
    What a beautiful and attractive while informative lens!
    SquidAngel blessings for these little parrots!
  • wilddove6 Jan 28, 2010 @ 3:40 pm | delete
    Wowee! Thank you SO much, Angel!
    Do you have wings like me? I'll bet you do!
    Many thanks, and I sure do appreciate you stopping by!
    I will add, however, that I am HUGE to an ant!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • Shibamom Jan 27, 2010 @ 7:56 am | delete
    Nemo, I really love your lens. You know your stuff and you tell your story very well. You must have a really cool Birdmom.
  • wilddove6 Jan 27, 2010 @ 10:50 am | delete
    Heh! Thanks for visiting!
    My Parront keeps the grub coming, so I think I'll keep her!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • CockatielLover Jan 18, 2010 @ 10:43 pm | delete
    I have some hot pepper seeds that my cockatiels won't eat Nemo. I sure wish I could send them to you!! A wonderful lens. Very informative and the pictures are beautiful!
  • wilddove6 Jan 18, 2010 @ 11:22 pm | delete
    Thanks for visiting!
    What? Fedex doesn't do hot pepper seeds?
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • jasmineann Jan 18, 2010 @ 1:45 pm | delete
    Wonderful page Nemo! I really enjoyed reading it and learning about you and the photos are beautiful!
  • wilddove6 Jan 18, 2010 @ 2:01 pm | delete
    Thank you so much!
    I enjoyed having you see me too!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • TimArends Jan 15, 2010 @ 8:22 pm | delete
    I don't have the facilities to keep a parrotlet, but they look like beautiful and fascinating creatures. Perhaps someday...
  • dustytoes Jan 15, 2010 @ 10:23 am | delete
    What a comprehensive lens on these little ones... and they are so pretty. I've never wanted a bird as a pet, but you sure wrote a very interesting lens with great pictures! Thanks for visiting my suet lens too. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
  • homebasedangell Jan 13, 2010 @ 2:47 pm | delete
    How cute you are Nemo! If I were to show you to my kids, I would never hear the end of their begging for one just like you! After owning Macaws, Cockatoo's, Dove's, Indian Ring Necks and Love Birds many years ago, I vowed never to own birds again. But you... you make me rethink that pledge I made to myself. Enjoyed my visit here!
  • wilddove6 Jan 13, 2010 @ 5:51 pm | delete
    Thanks for your visit!
    Oh Doves...they coo too much! Macaws are too big! Cockatoos are too loud!
    Me...I'm just cute :)
    Glad you enjoyed your stay!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • paulachen Dec 27, 2009 @ 2:26 am | delete
    Hi Nemo! Very interesting stuff here. Thanks for sharing with us.
  • wilddove6 Jan 13, 2010 @ 4:51 pm | delete
    You're welcome!
    Did you bring millet?
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • LotusPetalYoga Dec 22, 2009 @ 4:23 pm | delete
    such beautiful birds, they are adorable! I have lensrolled this to my really-weird-birds page. thanks for visiting my elephants page, it is really sad, I am glad to get the word out.
  • wilddove6 Dec 22, 2009 @ 4:26 pm | delete
    Yes, we are adorable!
    Cool, I'll have to check out those really-weird-birds!
    Thanks for visiting!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • Evelyn_Saenz Dec 10, 2009 @ 8:36 am | delete
    The Robin in the Rain flew over to wish you and your parrotlets a Merry Christmas.

    I had never heard of parrotlets before. They look adorable.
  • wilddove6 Dec 10, 2009 @ 12:25 pm | delete
    Thank you for the Christmas wishes!
    We're hoping for a tree decked out in cranberries and popcorn this year!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • skiesgreen Dec 5, 2009 @ 10:50 pm | delete
    Gosh, they are beautiful and very similar to our love birds. Great lens, well done. 5* fave and lens rolled.
  • wilddove6 Dec 6, 2009 @ 12:40 am | delete
    Why thank you!
    Yes, I think in some respect we are very similar to lovebirds in looks....cute, cue-ball heads!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • roamingrosie Nov 27, 2009 @ 1:15 pm | delete
    Great lens! I especially love all the colorful photos!
  • wilddove6 Nov 27, 2009 @ 1:40 pm | delete
    Thank you!
    Being blue helps!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • HolisticApproach Nov 19, 2009 @ 3:25 am | delete
    My kids have been asking me to get a parrot for them for a long time. After reading this real cute lens I'm definitely more inclined to negotiate with them.
  • Tipi Nov 17, 2009 @ 6:09 pm | delete
    Nemo, thank you so make for being such a great guide to getting know more about a bird's life.
    I have thought about getting a parrot, and this lens sure does make me think along that line more. Wonderful information here and very well done. Well worth a visit for interested folks.
    Blessed by an angel,
    Susie
  • wilddove6 Nov 17, 2009 @ 9:11 pm | delete
    Ms. Tipi-Angel!
    Thank you for stopping by and visiting my humble workshop!
    You are most gracious with your blessings!
    Don't hesitate to come back and ask *any* questions you have if you are considering getting a bird.
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo!
  • TravelCruiseFlight Nov 17, 2009 @ 8:51 am | delete
    WOW! I love your page. Very comprehensive and fun to read. Thank you!
  • wilddove6 Nov 17, 2009 @ 2:12 pm | delete
    WOW! Thanks, "TravelCruiseFlight"!
    Glad you enjoyed yourself here!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • paperfacets Nov 14, 2009 @ 9:28 pm | delete
    Lovely bird pages you have created.
  • wilddove6 Nov 17, 2009 @ 2:09 pm | delete
    Hi Paperfacets!
    Thank you for your kind comments about my page!
    And yep, we are lovely birds, (don't forget cute as buttons too :)
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • sandyspider Nov 13, 2009 @ 8:57 am | delete
    I didn't know that there were Parrotlets. My grandparents had a parrot named Happy. This bird had an attitude and didn't always seem happy. I loved visiting Happy. 5stars!
  • wilddove6 Nov 17, 2009 @ 2:08 pm | delete
    Hi Sandyspider!
    Thank you for the kind words!
    I think Parrotlets get a bad rap for having an attitude, but I think most parrots do...we're all pretty smart and have moods like everyone else. Especially when we're molting! ITCHY!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • wilddove6 Nov 10, 2009 @ 9:26 pm | in reply to kiwisoutback | delete
    OH MY! Blessed by a KIWI with wings???? I am SO honored!
    You are a rare bird indeed, and your generous kindness is much appreciated!

    In answer to your query about avocado...
    The plant derived toxic compound in question is called "persin". The leaves, fruit and pits of the avocado plant contain this substance, and the ASPCA recommends that no pet should be given avocado, (including dogs and cats).
    Some people dispute this, saying that you would have to feed an enormous quantity to have effect...HOWEVER, birds are very much lighter in weight than mammals, so even small quantities can be dangerous for them.

    Many thanks and MWAH! for your visit :)
  • kiwisoutback Nov 10, 2009 @ 7:54 pm | delete
    I never knew avocado was toxic to birds. I don't have birds, but good to know. Great work, this is very informative, Squid Angel blessed!
  • wilddove6 Nov 9, 2009 @ 11:43 pm | in reply to Flynn_the_Cat | delete
    I tot I taw a Puddy Tat...I DID! I DID! Tee a Puddy Tat!

    I am indeed blessed! I cat with WINGS? Goodness, I am so honored by your visit, your interest, and your kindness bestowed upon me.
    I hope you won't mind if I don't invite you for lunch....my menu is cheep.
    Many thanks!
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • Flynn_the_Cat Nov 9, 2009 @ 10:25 pm | delete
    mew!

    : Another cat has come to visit and blessed your lens (oh, a cat with wings, how odd) that it might grow and supply me with tasty treats.
  • wilddove6 Nov 7, 2009 @ 5:48 pm | in reply to susannaduffy | delete
    Ms. Angel,
    YOU need not ply me with treats, for you are brethern and have WINGS!
    Many thanks for your blessed kindness!
    I am honored!
    Yours Truly,
    Nemo
  • wilddove6 Nov 7, 2009 @ 5:43 pm | in reply to Vladi | delete
    Many thanks for your abstinence, Vladi!
    You are welcome here any time!
    By the way, has anyone ever mentioned that you would look positively DASHING in an over-sized cow bell?
    Yours truly,
    Nemo
  • susannaduffy Nov 7, 2009 @ 4:41 pm | delete
    Alas I have no hot pepper seeds but I bring congratulations instead. Blessed by an Angel who loves Animals (squidoo.com/angels-love-animals)
  • Vladi Nov 7, 2009 @ 3:32 pm | delete
    Greetings little parrotlet. I must confess that I twitched my whiskers a little at your photographs, but I overcame my initial instinctive response. I send you a little note of congratulations on a a well made and interesting lens. High Paw to you!
  • wilddove6 Nov 7, 2009 @ 1:01 pm | in reply to Frankster | delete
    Thank you so much for your kind comments!
    Parrotlets aren't for everyone...they have an enormous amount of spunk and attitude...but yes, they definitely are adorable :) Very similar to bears I should think :)
  • Frankster Nov 7, 2009 @ 10:21 am | delete
    What a wonderful lens and the photos are just adorable. I'd never heard of a parrotlet until now. I have a bunch of cats so it would be hard to have a bird but your lens makes me want one! Bear hugs, Frankster
  • JudiL Nov 3, 2009 @ 11:46 pm | delete
    This page is fantastic! So much great information. I loved reading it and cant wait to see more! I love my plet and Im sure he will want to join me in my visits to this page, to make sure I see all the important info on how to keep him healthy and happy.....(especially the part about all the good FOOD....he LOVES to join us at the table for dinner! LOL)
  • wilddove6 Oct 29, 2009 @ 12:29 pm | in reply to Ramkitten | delete
    "MacIntosh", LOL...I love it!
    Thank you so much for stopping by with your generous comments!
  • Ramkitten Oct 29, 2009 @ 12:23 pm | delete
    This is great! Really nice job and excellent information. I had at parrotlet once--a gray-cheeked parrot(let)--a bit bigger than a parakeet. His name was MacIntosh, because he was very fond of those types of apples (no seeds!). And, yes, he certainly could cop an attitude. Generally, though, he was a good buddy and fun to hang out with. He used to love to pick my teeth, so who needed dental floss? Anyhow, I really like your lens, and the photos are great!
  • April Apr 24, 2010 @ 3:59 pm | delete
    Grey Cheeks are not in the Parrotlet Family.They are part of the Brotogeris family which also includes the Canary wing. I only know this because i have wanted one for years :0) Just like i wanted a parrotlet for years. i finally WOO HOO Got the Parrotlet(i have a pair and 6 babies actually). Now to work on the grey Cheeked

by

wilddove6

My name is Nemo. I'm a Pacific Parrotlet, and I've just stayed up WAY past my bed time creating this lens for you, (notice the squint-eyed look).
My... more »

Feeling creative? Create a Lens!

Explore related pages

Related Tags