Northeast Avian Rescue, Inc.

17/03/2025

Rotterdam, New York
Found male parakeet , safe inside

10/03/2025

Did you know that every time a parrot is purchased, even legally, from a store or a breeder, their "value" trickles down to areas where they fly free? Today is International Awareness Day — join us in shining light on the harm rendered unto by the human desire to keep them in cages.

Despite international anti-poaching policies and frameworks around the world, parrots continue to be trafficked to meet the demands of the global pet trade. 29% of all parrot species on the planet are listed as critically endangered, endangered or threatened on the IUCN Red List. 58% of all parrot species are in decline. In many areas, the poaching rate is 100% - no chicks escape the wildlife trade. 90% of trapped birds die after capture.

Did you know that parrots are one of the most frequently abandoned of all companion animals? Their wild nature and natural inclination for loud and frequent vocalizations, aggression, and destruction of property are too much for most guardians. Standard pet industry practices, such as hand-rearing (i.e., parental deprivation) further complicate factors, as they actually undermine a parrot's ability to mature into a psychologically healthy, well-adjusted adult, and increases the likelihood of a bird's failure as a "pet".

Even the most loving parrot guardians often find themselves unable to care for their longtime pets in the event of declining health, financial struggle, or other life circumstances. So it's not surprising that sanctuaries across the globe are at capacity, unable to address daily requests for surrender as more and more birds flood the market from breeders.

This is the . The best way to help parrots is to and support your local sanctuary. If you love parrots, don’t buy, breed, or sell them. We must stop thinking of these wild animals as “pets”. To learn more or get involved with protecting parrots, follow the International Alliance for the Protection of Parrots or visit https://buff.ly/EnW4f61. Together, we can end the parrot crisis.

20/02/2025

It takes a special person to take in parrots who have special needs. It can be a big ask of an adopter. We are looking for such a person for a bonded pair of Quakers.

Cici and Louie are very much a bonded pair of Quakers. They have a typical gregarious Quaker attitude. Louie is a 7-8 year old male blue quaker and Cici is an 8-10 year old female green quaker. They reside here in a large cage and love to hang out on top.

Unfortunately, Cici has severe liver disease so a strict healthy diet consisting of pellets, fresh fruits and vegetables would be necessary. They should be allowed lots of out of cage time for exercise. An adopter would need an experienced avian veterinarian for (minimally) annual exams and bloodwork as well as frequent beak trims due to her liver disease -- which means the adopter must have the means to afford this special care (which comes at a cost).

Quakers can be noisy, especially in pairs so they are not suitable for an apartment, condo or townhouse. THEY ARE ALSO ILLEGAL TO OWN IN SOME STATES (especially here in the Northeast). If you are interested in adopting Louie & Cici, please go to our website and fill out an adoption application (www.rescueparrots.org) and mention them specifically. You can also read about our adoption process on the website.

08/02/2025

Schenectady, NY

04/02/2025

SO WHY DO YOU REALLY WANT A PARROT? 🤔

Sometimes you come across a video of a cockatoo dancing or cuddling, sometimes it's a video of an African grey with amazing talking skills, and sometimes it's a macaw with its beautiful colours...
And then you think - I want a talking parrot or a cuddly parrot, BUT this is a tiny clip of that actual parrot's life. Do you really know what it takes to keep that parrot happy?
Parrots are wild animals and before you consider even welcoming a parrot into your family these are just some points you need to consider...
1. TIME - how much time do you have to give a parrot? Some parrots have the intelligence of a child, would you leave a child to its own devices locked in a cage all day?
2. SPACE - parrots need a lot of space. The bigger the better! The cage needs to be big enough that he/she can stretch their wings out and still have room. Large cages are expensive! They need space to fly and climb. Lack of exercise can cause bone growth issues.
3. EXERCISE AND MENTAL STIMULATION. As already said, parrots need daily exercise and mental stimulation, foraging, games, toys, time with their humans. If it's not enough, it can lead to behavioural issues, biting, screaming, destruction of your home, feather plucking and even self-mutilation.
4. DIET. You see that parrot food in the pet shop and think gosh that is cheap? That cheap parrot food full of fatty sunflower seeds and peanuts and is slowly killing your parrot with fatty liver disease and if very unlucky aspergillosis. Aspergillosis, an infection of a parrot's respiratory air sacs, is very very expensive to treat and often fatal. Do you have other parrots? It will spread to them too! A good diet costs money and time to prepare. Fresh fruit and vegetables are necessary for your parrot to live a long and healthy life and avoid hefty vet bills.
5. PARROTS ARE SO LOVING? They don't always like everyone in the family. They might only bond with one person, which means the rest of the family isn't allowed to feed them, clean them or go anywhere near them. This is particularly common in African greys.
6. PARROTS ARE WILD ANIMALS. Even the tamest of them can bite - SORE! Be prepared to be bitten. Will you still want them after a bite?
7. SPECIALIST VET CARE. Parrots need specialised vet care, not your general vet that treats your cat or dog. They need an avian vet - these are limited. Make sure you can get your parrot to one when needed, and they are expensive - can you afford this?
8. NOISE. Parrots make noise ALL day, noise level depends on species but have you heard the noise of a screaming cockatoo or macaw? Have a look on YouTube. Could your neighbours handle the noise too?
9. MESS. Oh boy, the mess!!! Parrots chew, shred their cage paper, toys, throw their food all the time and are p**p machines! Can you handle this?
10. LIKE YOUR SMELLIES? Do you love your scented candles? Your lovely-smelling cleaning products? Perfumes Get rid of them, they are toxic to parrots.
11. LIFELONG COMMITMENT. Parrots are a lifelong commitment - some species can live 50+ years, so they are exactly that!
Do you still want a parrot? Please do your proper research and not a cute video on YouTube!
Post credit to our friends and fellow parrot welfare warriors at Brainy Birds - Parrot Rescue and Rehabilitation.
http://www.brainybirds.co.za/

04/02/2025

02/02/2025

A special thanks to Wasserman for his recent care package to NEAR, which included a new jigsaw puzzle toy for our permanent resident, Sangria. It is amazing how carefully she disassembles this toy which was as intricate to make as she is taking the time to destroy it. Amazing to watch. Thanks again Bill for your continued generosity!!

30/01/2025

https://lafeber.com/pet-birds/flying-indoors-tips-to-keep-your-parrot-safe/?cmid=83512c85-3ecc-445b-b81f-35088ef9e2a5

Discover essential tips for parrot-proofing your home, from securing windows and doors to creating safe flight zones, ensuring your free-flying parrot stays safe and healthy indoors.

26/01/2025

Something to think about if you are contemplating getting a bird. Sounds at or above 85 decibels can cause hearing damage. You have to consider your neighbors too. Parrots noise level is no joke.

Parrot sound level.

25/01/2025

Hundreds of neglected birds recovered during animal cruelty arrest in Orange County
Source: KTLA

Hundreds of birds, many of which are in grave condition and suffering from serious medical conditions, were recovered by animal control officers in Costa M

22/01/2025

12/01/2025

W***y got an upgraded big cage today. He deserves it. W***y has been here since January 2021.

10/01/2025

Another hoarding case in Florida. Birds living in filth and tiny cages. Yet the breeding continues. Rescues are overflowing with birds needing new homes. Sanctuaries are at or over capacity. What will happen to all these poor creatures? This work is heartbreaking! When will people learn they should have been left in the wild where they can fly free. People need to wake up and stop the demand!!!

09/01/2025

Good news! Over the past few weeks, we have had five birds go to great adopters. Prince the cockatiel and a found parakeet are now in their home and doing well. We have also placed Hannah and Gizmo, the greys, in two wonderful homes. And last, but not least, our senior red headed Amazon, Chiquita, has been adopted. A big thank you to the adopters for taking these great birds into their home and hearts.

Our other birds need new homes too. Read about them on our website.

05/01/2025

Today is and we hope you’ll join us in the fight for parrot welfare. Parrots in captivity are not domesticated - they are the same species that still exist in the wild today. Captivity strips these beautiful creatures of the ability to carry out so many of their natural behaviors including adequate flight and exercise, flocking, and the choice of a lifelong mate. Captive parrots suffer these losses even in the best of circumstances.

Make an impact today, on National Bird Day, by sharing this message. We must end the parrot pet trade and change the perception that a parrot in a cage is acceptable. It is not acceptable to house a wild flighted animal in a cage. You can take a further step to action by writing a letter to Petco and Petsmart, urging them to end the sale of birds in their stores.

Learn more at fosterparrots.com/activism

01/01/2025

Happy New Year to all of our friends!

We wanted to extend a HUGE thank you to everyone who supported us through the holidays with our Secret Santa campaign which, once again, was a huge success. Most of the birds on our list were well taken care of for this Christmas with a ton of toys to tear apart!

We can't tell you enough how grateful we are for your continued support as this whole rescue gig continues growing more and more difficult to maintain. Food and enrichment costs have gone through the roof, with no end in sight. These kinds of gifts really, really help!

We hope you all have a happy and prosperous new year!

Jill & Bob & ALL the birds!