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		short_sells_poo on April 22, 2023 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Parrots learn to make video calls to chat with oth... They also have clear signs of depression (eg plucking their feathers). They are really amazing animals, but non trivial to keep as pets.

sroussey on April 22, 2023 [–]

I have three, and they are a lot of work. Assume a couple hours a day. We make toys for them every day. The noise, the mess, the neediness. It’s a lot. They are a joy, but I don’t really don’t suggest others to get any.

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