Meet Chompers, a Timneh African Grey in his 30s who is currently taking applications for his next bestie! He is a reserved and sensitive bird who takes his time getting to know people, but once he warms up, he is friendly, happy, and loves to be part of the action.
Chompers enjoys spending time on the tops of his cage, on his stand, or pretty much wherever you place him. In his previous home, he had a history of biting and so he was handled with caution - he is working on this and is still learning how to step up consistently. His foster has been helping him gain confidence through gentle handling, sometimes using a towel for transitions, though he can often be coaxed onto a hand with patience. Luckily, Chompers is a smart cookie and has extremely clear body language! If he is not interested in interacting, he will simply take your hand in his beak and move it away. Paying close attention and being sensitive to Chompers' body language will be key in earning his friendship.
Chompers isn't much of a talker, but he makes plenty of sounds, including beeps, whistles, and the occasional shrill noise when excited. He is not particularly loud, though those with noise sensitivities should note that his favorite sounds resemble microwave or smoke alarm beeps.
Chompers eats pellets and is experimenting with ones that are lower in fat and healthier for his older age. He is not a picky eater and enjoys most fresh food, especially steamed veggies. His favorite thing to do is chow down on a bowl full of snacks while watching TV. Occasionally, he will show his appreciation by bopping his head up and down.
Toys are a newer concept for Chompers, but he enjoys paper and cardboard toys he can pick apart, especially anything he can preen. His favorite perch is a flat platform near the top of his cage, which also doubles as his preferred sleeping spot.
Chompers is selective about handling. He may lunge if someone he doesn’t know tries to touch him, but his cues are very clear and he is not an aggressive bird. He enjoys being talked to, takes treats gently from strangers, and wants to feel included rather than isolated. He would do best in a home where he can be part of the family’s daily activities.
Because of his background and the level of understanding he requires, prior parrot experience is strongly preferred. Chompers uses bluffing to test new people (the reason for his name) but underneath that is a sweet, gentle, and funny bird who wants to connect. He loves dancing, enjoys attention, and has a hilarious habit of gently preening his foster’s fingers and cuticles.
Adoption Fee: $475
Meet Chompers, a Timneh African Grey in his 30s who is currently taking applications for his next bestie! He is a reserved and sensitive bird who takes his time getting to know people, but once he warms up, he is friendly, happy, and loves to be part of the action.
Chompers enjoys spending time on the tops of his cage, on his stand, or pretty much wherever you place him. In his previous home, he had a history of biting and so he was handled with caution - he is working on this and is still learning how to step up consistently. His foster has been helping him gain confidence through gentle handling, sometimes using a towel for transitions, though he can often be coaxed onto a hand with patience. Luckily, Chompers is a smart cookie and has extremely clear body language! If he is not interested in interacting, he will simply take your hand in his beak and move it away. Paying close attention and being sensitive to Chompers' body language will be key in earning his friendship.
Chompers isn't much of a talker, but he makes plenty of sounds, including beeps, whistles, and the occasional shrill noise when excited. He is not particularly loud, though those with noise sensitivities should note that his favorite sounds resemble microwave or smoke alarm beeps.
Chompers eats pellets and is experimenting with ones that are lower in fat and healthier for his older age. He is not a picky eater and enjoys most fresh food, especially steamed veggies. His favorite thing to do is chow down on a bowl full of snacks while watching TV. Occasionally, he will show his appreciation by bopping his head up and down.
Toys are a newer concept for Chompers, but he enjoys paper and cardboard toys he can pick apart, especially anything he can preen. His favorite perch is a flat platform near the top of his cage, which also doubles as his preferred sleeping spot.
Chompers is selective about handling. He may lunge if someone he doesn’t know tries to touch him, but his cues are very clear and he is not an aggressive bird. He enjoys being talked to, takes treats gently from strangers, and wants to feel included rather than isolated. He would do best in a home where he can be part of the family’s daily activities.
Because of his background and the level of understanding he requires, prior parrot experience is strongly preferred. Chompers uses bluffing to test new people (the reason for his name) but underneath that is a sweet, gentle, and funny bird who wants to connect. He loves dancing, enjoys attention, and has a hilarious habit of gently preening his foster’s fingers and cuticles.
We will review your application, and perform a background check, vet check and when applicable, a landlord check.
2.
Home Check
3.
Meet the Pet
For most species, a meeting is required. For some species, multiple meetings may be needed or required.
4.
Sign Adoption Contract
Once approved, sign the adoption contract and pay the adoption fee.
5.
Take the Pet Home
Additional adoption info
Whether interested in adopting a particular bird or not, you will need to fill out an Adoption Application, which can be found on our website. From there, our adoption team will process your application (including background check, veterinarian check for all current animals, and a home visit)
We will not ship any of our adoptable birds, and have a 100-mile adoption radius. We do not adopt to breeders. We are not able to adopt birds into homes that use Teflon product or smoke due to toxicity dangers.
Whether interested in adopting a particular bird or not, you will need to fill out an Adoption Application, which can be found on our website. From there, our adoption team will process your application (including background check, veterinarian check for all current animals, and a home visit)
We will not ship any of our adoptable birds, and have a 100-mile adoption radius. We do not adopt to breeders. We are not able to adopt birds into homes that use Teflon product or smoke due to toxicity dangers.
The FIRST step is to fill out an adoption application on our website at www.staravian.org/adopt. We are not able to arrange a meeting without first filling out an adoption application.
The FIRST step is to fill out an adoption application on our website at www.staravian.org/adopt. We are not able to arrange a meeting without first filling out an adoption application.
More about this rescue
Our mission is to improve and enrich the lives of parrots through rescue, rehabilitative fostering, adoption and education.
Our mission is to improve and enrich the lives of parrots through rescue, rehabilitative fostering, adoption and education.
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