How to Find a Quaker Parakeet to Adopt

When adopting a Quaker parakeet, also known as a Monk parakeet, be ready for an active, friendly little bird. The Quaker is known as a very intelligent bird and one of the best talkers in the parrot family. Quaker parakeets measure 10 to 12 inches long and weigh 90 to 120 grams. They are green with a grey forehead, cheeks and chest and intense brown eyes. Some have blue flight and tail feathers. Although green is their original color, they can also be found in blue and a few other mutated colors.

When adopting a Quaker parakeet, be ready to make a commitment because these birds can live between 25 and 30 years.

Instructions

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      Locate animal shelters in your area. These will be listed online and are one of the best places to find a Quaker parakeet to adopt. Birds are surrendered to shelters for many reasons. Some owners do not realize how much work a little bird can be, others have to give up their pet for personal reasons. Call the shelters in your area and ask if they have any Quaker parakeets to adopt.

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      Contact bird rescue organizations in your area. These organizations can be found on websites such as Petfinder (petfinder.com) and Adopt-a-Pet (Adoptapet.com). There you can find a profile of the rescue group, a link to its website and a list of birds it has for adoption. At either of these sites you can enter in the words "Quaker parakeet" and your zip code for a list of adoptable birds in your area.

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      Check with avian veterinarians in your area. Avian veterinarians provide specialized medical care to birds and usually know people in the area who either breed or rescue birds. They may also know if there are any clients in their practice who may have a bird who is looking for a good home.

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      Check with your state to make sure there are no laws that ban owning a Quaker parakeet. In some states it is against the law to sell or buy a Quaker parakeet due to the fact that the bird might escape and, because they are prolific breeders, it is feared they will be a danger to crops. Some states raise the issue that Quakers might overtake the feeding grounds of native birds and threaten their existence. Check with the division of wildlife in your state to find out what the laws are in your state. Avian groups are constantly lobbying for states to allow Quakers to be kept as pets.