Download or read book Bird Talk written by Lita Judge and published by Flash Point. This book was released on 2012-03-13 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A gorgeously illustrated tribute to birds of all kinds and the fantastic, funny, fascinating things that they do. Birds have lots of ways of communicating: They sing and talk, dance and drum, cuddle and fight. But what does all of the bird talk mean? Filled with gorgeous illustrations, this fascinating picture book takes a look at the secret life of birds in a child-friendly format that is sure to appeal to readers of all ages - whether they're die-hard bird-watchers or just curious about the creatures in their own backyards.

Download or read book Max the Bad Talking Parrot written by Patricia B. Demuth and published by Puffin Books. This book was released on 1990-05-03 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A misunderstanding causes a rift in the friendship between Mrs. Goosebump and Max the parrot, until a burglary brings an unexpected solution.

Download or read book Teaching Your Bird to Talk written by Diane Grindol and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008-04-21 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From two noted experts-the first in-depth book on teaching your bird to talk Teaching a bird to talk isn't as difficult as it may seem. In this easy-to-follow guide, avian experts Diane Grindol and Tom Roudybush reveal how you can communicate with your parrot far beyond "hello" and, in turn, understand what your bird is trying to communicate to you. Teaching Your Bird to Talk compiles an impressive amount of background, training, and research regarding bird vocalizations, walking you step by step through the behavioral mechanics of training parrots to talk (as well as starlings, mynahs, and other birds). Whether you want your bird to mimic words, talk on cue, or have some understanding of what you are saying, this guide shows you the type of training you need to do with your bird. The book also takes a close look at the work of Dr. Irene Pepperberg-the world's foremost authority in the field of parrot intelligence and trainer of Alex the African Grey Parrot. * Identifies which species of bird are likely to talk and which aren't * Explores field research on regional languages and dialects of parrots in the wild * Features true stories from owners of talking birds * Explains how to handle problems with vocal parrots, such as screaming and using inappropriate language * Offers tips on feeding and housing birds, and finding an avian veterinarian

Download or read book I Wonder how Parrots Can Talk written by Mary Packard and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Alex the Parrot No Ordinary Bird written by Stephanie Spinner and published by Knopf Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2012-10-09 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1977, graduate student Irene Pepperberg walked into a pet store and bought a year-old African grey parrot. Because she was going to study him, she decided to call him Alex--short for Avian Learning EXperiment. At that time, most scientists thought that the bigger the brain, the smarter the creature; they studied great apes and dolphins. African greys, with their walnut-sized "birdbrains," were pretty much ignored--until Alex. His intelligence surprised everyone, including Irene. He learned to count, add, and subtract; to recognize shapes, sizes, and colors; and to speak, and understand, hundreds of words. These were things no other animal could do. Alex wasn't supposed to have the brainpower to do them, either. But he did them anyway. Accompanied by Meilo So's stunning illustrations, Alex and Irene's story is one of groundbreaking discoveries about animal intelligence, hard work, and the loving bonds of a unique friendship.

Download or read book Parrots Talk written by Pam Scheunemann and published by ABDO. This book was released on 2011 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Via rhyming text, an introduction to the habits and characteristics of the parrot.

Download or read book The Parrot Who Wouldn t Talk Other Stories written by Ruskin Bond and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2015-02-06 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘I think everyone has at least one eccentric aunt or uncle in the family. I had more than one. My boyhood days were enlivened by their presence.’ India’s best-loved children’s writer Ruskin Bond introduces us to some of the most endearing and adorable characters he has ever written about—his grandfather, with his unusual ability to disguise himself as just about anyone; the eccentric Uncle Ken, with his knack for trouble; the stationmaster Mr. Ghosh and his amazing family; and the unforgettable Aunt Ruby and her hilarious encounter with a parrot! Heart-warming, funny and delightful, The Parrot Who Wouldn’t Talk and Other Stories features some old favourites as well as refreshingly new stories. Marked by Bond’s inimitable style and trademark humour, and embellished with lively illustrations, this book will be a firm favourite with children.

Download or read book A Parrot Speaks to a Business Tycoon written by A. Senthivel and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2022-03-19 with total page 93 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The parrot, out of empathy, wanted to get Mr. Naught out of his psychological spiral. And Mr. Naught is not someone who would easily accept defeat. His psychological moorings are so deep-rooted that unless and until he is shocked into consternation, he would not budge. So, the parrot takes up the confrontational path. The parrot did not like Mr. Naught being tormented by endless desires to expand his business. The parrot thought Mr. Naught would hurt himself if he did not pull himself out of the vortex of his ever-expanding desires. So, the parrot decides to give him a wake-up call to look at life in totality. The parrot points to him what drives him crazy is not his business ambitions but a desire to know his own inner self and that out of his ignorance, he was travelling at break-neck speed in the opposite direction of his goal! Let’s listen to the parrot fully!

Download or read book Last Chance to See written by Douglas Adams and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2011-09-21 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New York Times bestselling author Douglas Adams and zoologist Mark Carwardine take off around the world in search of exotic, endangered creatures. Join them as they encounter the animal kingdom in its stunning beauty, astonishing variety, and imminent peril: the giant Komodo dragon of Indonesia, the helpless but loveable Kakapo of New Zealand, the blind river dolphins of China, the white rhinos of Zaire, the rare birds of Mauritius island in the Indian Ocean. Hilarious and poignant—as only Douglas Adams can be—Last Chance to See is an entertaining and arresting odyssey through the Earth’s magnificent wildlife galaxy. Praise for Last Chance to See “Lively, sharply satirical, brilliantly written . . . shows how human care can undo what human carelessness has wrought.”—The Atlantic “These authors don’t hesitate to present the alarming facts: More than 1,000 species of animals (and plants) become extinct every year. . . . Perhaps Adams and Carwardine, with their witty science, will help prevent such misadventures in the future.”—Boston Sunday Herald “Very funny and moving . . . The glimpses of rare fauna seem to have enlarged [Adams’s] thinking, enlivened his world; and so might the animals do for us all, if we were to help them live.”—The Washington Post Book World “[Adams] invites us to enter into a conspiracy of laughter and caring.”—Los Angeles Times “Amusing . . . thought-provoking . . . Its details on the heroic efforts being made to save these animals are inspirational.”—The New York Times Book Review

Download or read book Parrots Over Puerto Rico written by Susan L. Roth and published by Parrots. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sam must decide how to spend the lucky money he's received for Chinese New Year.

Download or read book Aladdin s Encounter with the Talking Parrot written by AQEEL AHMED and published by AQEEL AHMED. This book was released on 2024-04-07 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Summary: In the magical realm of Mirabell, deep in its ethereal forests, Aladdin, a kid who can't get enough of learning and adventure, meets Zazu, a talking parrot. His life would never be the same after he made this finding. Aladdin and Zazu are fated to meet and go on an amazing adventure together, made possible by Zazu's amazing power to give Aladdin three wishes. This chance meeting is the start of an exciting, difficult, and ultimately rewarding story that shows how important friendship and the desire to learn are. Aladdin's first wish for bravery puts him in danger and tests his resolve, causing him to face his fears as he faces the problems and trials that lie ahead. Instead of just trying to get attention for himself, his bravery gives the peasants hope, which is the true meaning of heroism. Aladdin's second desire for knowledge makes his search for self-discovery and enlightenment more in-depth. This wish shows Aladdin how important it is to make choices that help the people around him and don't just focus on his own wants. Aladdin's last wish is the most important part of his transformation because it shows how much he has changed and how much he has learned from his friendship with Zazu. Aladdin proves that he is a real Mirabell hero by making a wish for the town as a whole, which makes everyone happy. People in the area respect and admire him for what he does, which comes from the bravery and knowledge he acquired while traveling. He is a great example of caring for others and being a leader. In Mirabell, the story of Aladdin and Zazu turns into a tale. It teaches important lessons about being brave, being honest, and how important friendship is. Aladdin and Zazu learn the depths of knowledge, the complexity of real bravery, and the immeasurable value of real connections on their journey. Their story moves everyone in Mirabell and reminds them of the amazing things that can happen when people have open hearts and real friendships. This story can be heard beyond the magical forest by anyone who is brave enough to dream and believe. Chapter 1: The Mysterious Woods Mirabell's beautiful forest was in the middle of a very large country, bordered by tall mountains and rolling hills. There was nothing else like this woods in the world. People said it was a magical place with strange animals, magical air, and trees that could tell stories from the past. In stories, Mirabell was seen as a secret gem, with the strongest natural heart beating with magic and mystery. Since he was a little boy who loved to explore and learn, Aladdin had always been interested in Mirabell's stories. He heard stories as a child about its secrets and the mythical animals that lived there. Stories about animals that could talk, plants that could heal any illness, and hidden treasures were always going through his thoughts. Aladdin knew that there was excitement outside the walls of his small village. The sun was shining through the trees, and Aladdin thought it was time to go into the strange forest. He wasn't going to give up on finding the riches it held. With a sense of adventure in his eyes, he left the well-worn paths behind and walked into the woods. As soon as Aladdin walked into the woods, he was struck by how beautiful Mirabell was. With their green and gold leaves that sparkled like they were covered in magic, the trees stood tall and proud. A peaceful stream whispered secrets from the forest in the distance, and birds singing and leaves moving were all around us. Aladdin was filled with awe. He had never seen something so bright and lovely. It looked like the forest was greeting him and telling him to come discover its secrets. While taking in the sights and sounds of Mirabell, he kept going. His eyes were wide with awe. He would stop every once in a while, to look at a really pretty flower or hear a bird's song that he had never heard before. As Aladdin walked through the forest, he realized that Mirabell was a magical place. He thought that the trees were watching him and telling him how to move through the forest sometimes. He saw birds with feathers of many colors, bunnies that hopped very quickly, and what looked like a deer shining softly in the evening. These were animals he had only read about in books. His heart was full of wonder and happiness. He knew that everyone was counting on him to be there. With each breath, he felt like he was joining the magic of the forest. Every moment brought new surprises, and each step brought him closer to Mirabell's heart. Aladdin was drawn to more than just the magic and beauty, though. You felt like you were going on an adventure and joining a world with endless possibilities. He and Mirabell became close because of the unknown promise of finding and the mysteries of the forest they both shared. Aladdin was sure that somewhere deep in Mirabell, something amazing was waiting for him. He thought it would become a part of his life forever. As the day turned into night, Aladdin found himself in a clearing in the woods. The setting sun was casting a bright light on the trees. In the open, a talking parrot was stuck behind a downed branch. Aladdin had been looking forward to this moment for a long time. He knew that being in the middle of Mirabell would be an amazing experience. Aladdin couldn't help but think that this was the start of a wonderful journey because the parrot's eyes were sparkling with a cheeky and smart intelligence. Aladdin was allowed to enter Mirabell's magical forest as long as he told her the forest's most important secret. Aladdin was ready to go on a journey with his talking parrot that would be full of magic, friendship, and adventures beyond his wildest dreams. The mysterious animals and whispered secrets in the Mirabell forest gave Aladdin the best gift of all: the chance to go on a journey and make a friend for life. Chapter 2: The First Meeting In the middle of the magical Mirabell Forest, Aladdin's journey took a sudden turn. The air was filled with magic, and every leaf seemed to tell a story from the past. The boy had seen more of the forest than anyone in the town would have because he was fully aware of everything around him. He was driven by his desire to find the secrets that were hidden in the forest's dark corners. And it was right in this shade, under the tall tree and in the middle of the natural chorus, that Aladdin's life was about to change in a big way. Aladdin heard a low, muffled sound as he walked through the thick bushes. There was a mix of words and squawks coming from right in front of him. He had never heard anything like it before. Aladdin sped up and brushed away the ferns and sticks in his way because he was interested and couldn't get enough of exploring. He found out about a vision that he will always remember. A bird was sitting under a big branch that had come off an old tree. But this bird wasn't like most birds. In the dappled sunshine, its feathers sparkled like jewels and showed a beautiful range of colors. The parrot was definitely not a normal animal from the forest; his eyes were filled with intelligence. This was Zazu the talking bird, but Aladdin still didn't know what his name was. Aladdin moved slowly toward the bird because he didn't want to scare it. What the parrot said to Aladdin shocked him: "Help me, young traveler. I am trapped under this branch and cannot free myself." He had no idea that he would find a bird that could talk. He had read about these magical people that lived in the Mirabell forest, but he never thought he would meet one in real life. There was no thought behind what Aladdin did. He pulled and pushed on the branch as hard as he could until it finally moved enough for Zazu to get away. When the parrot said, "thank you," it flailed its wings, making a rainbow of colors against the green background of the forest. This made Zazu feel better, and he said, "Thank you, kind soul." "You saved me from a very bad fate. My name is Zazu, and I am in your debt." Aladdin was too stressed out. He had not only saved a chatty bird, but he had also met someone new in the strangest place. The first time Aladdin and Zazu met was when the little boy introduced himself. This was the start of an amazing journey. With his bright feathers and even more lively attitude, Zazu was unlike anyone else Aladdin had ever met. Aladdin had never heard the smart and wise bird talk about magical places hidden in forests and faraway places. As they talked, Aladdin understood that Zazu wasn't just a talking parrot; he had magical powers that came from Mirabell's heart.

Download or read book Parrot Parenting written by Carol Frischmann and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2014-10-21 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the tiny parakeet to the giant hyacinth macaw, not all parrots place the same demands on their parents. Parakeets, conures, cockatiels, lories;the parrot family consists of the most popular pet birds, each offering keepers their unique characteristics and exotic beauty as well as their specific requirements. Bird expert and author, Carol Frishmann has written a must-have book for every parrot parent-to-be, an all-in-one guide that will remain indispensable in every bird home, regardless of the size, trainability, or personality of the feathered child. More than a selection guide, Parenting a Parrot offers all the information owners need to know about feeding, caring for, and training their chosen parrot. Though both good talkers, the eclectus parrot may be quieter than the cockatoo, but he's not nearly as cuddly. Parenting a Parrot tells owners what to expect from their parrots and how to get the most out of their avian companions.INSIDE THIS BOOK:Finding and purchasing the ideal parrotDescriptions and needs of the most popular twenty parrot speciesComprehensive positive-reinforcement-based training chapter, including trick training, talking, and training a flighted birdLiving with a parrot, including establishing daily routine, socializing, housing, home safety, and cleanlinessThe parrot's meal plan: diets, organic and natural options, and special needsUnderstanding parrot behavior, enrichment strategies, and problem solvingGrooming, health care, first aid, and senior careParenting tips highlighted in sidebars in each chapterLists of recommendations for best talkers, quietest species, trick experts, beginner's birds, etc.Includes detailed species descriptions of these parrots:African GreysAmazonsBourke's ParkeetsCaiquesCockatielsCockatoosConuresEclectusLineolated ParakeetsLories and LorikeetsLovebirdsMacawsParakeets/BudgiesParrotletsPionusPsittaculasQuaker ParakeetsSenegals and Other PoicephalusPlus: Brotogeris, Great-Bills, Kakarikis, Rosellas, Hawk-Headed Parrots, Vasa Parrots

Download or read book The Parrot Problem Solver written by Barbara Heidenreich and published by TFH Publications. This book was released on 2005 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When not properly trained and socialized, parrots are prone to developing behavioral problems, including aggression and self-mutilation. Many parrot owners face these problems and need guidance on how to solve them. This book offers practical advice on how to understand, prevent, and correct aggressive beavhior in parrots.

Download or read book Good Bird written by Barbara Heidenreich and published by Port Perry, Ont. : S. Mattacchione & Company. This book was released on 2004 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easy to read step-by-step guide that uses positive reinforcement for teaching parrots acceptable behavior. Professional advice from animal behaviorist that will help you deal with screaming, biting, feather-picking, bonding and other difficult behaviors.

Download or read book The Bird Way written by Jennifer Ackerman and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-05-04 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the New York Times bestselling author of The Genius of Birds, a radical investigation into the bird way of being, and the recent scientific research that is dramatically shifting our understanding of birds -- how they live and how they think. “There is the mammal way and there is the bird way.” But the bird way is much more than a unique pattern of brain wiring, and lately, scientists have taken a new look at bird behaviors they have, for years, dismissed as anomalies or mysteries –– What they are finding is upending the traditional view of how birds conduct their lives, how they communicate, forage, court, breed, survive. They are also revealing the remarkable intelligence underlying these activities, abilities we once considered uniquely our own: deception, manipulation, cheating, kidnapping, infanticide, but also ingenious communication between species, cooperation, collaboration, altruism, culture, and play. Some of these extraordinary behaviors are biological conundrums that seem to push the edges of, well, birdness: a mother bird that kills her own infant sons, and another that selflessly tends to the young of other birds as if they were her own; a bird that collaborates in an extraordinary way with one species—ours—but parasitizes another in gruesome fashion; birds that give gifts and birds that steal; birds that dance or drum, that paint their creations or paint themselves; birds that build walls of sound to keep out intruders and birds that summon playmates with a special call—and may hold the secret to our own penchant for playfulness and the evolution of laughter. Drawing on personal observations, the latest science, and her bird-related travel around the world, from the tropical rainforests of eastern Australia and the remote woodlands of northern Japan, to the rolling hills of lower Austria and the islands of Alaska’s Kachemak Bay, Jennifer Ackerman shows there is clearly no single bird way of being. In every respect, in plumage, form, song, flight, lifestyle, niche, and behavior, birds vary. It is what we love about them. As E.O Wilson once said, when you have seen one bird, you have not seen them all.

Download or read book Alex Me written by Irene Pepperberg and published by Scribe Publications. This book was released on 2013 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A moving tribute that beautifully evokes the struggles, the initial triumphs, the setbacks, the unexpected and often stunning achievemnets . . . [while] uncovering cognitive abilities in Alex that no one believed were possible.'Publishers WeeklyOn September 6, 2007, an African Grey parrot named Alex died prematurely at age thirty-one. His last words to his owner, Irene Pepperberg, were 'You be good. I love you'.What would normally be a quiet, very private event was, in Alex's case, headline news. Over the thirty years they had worked together, Alex and Irene had become famous - two pioneers who opened an unprecedented window into the hidden yet vast world of animal minds. Alex's brain was the size of a shelled walnut, and when Irene and Alex first met, birds were not believed to possess any potential for language, consciousness, or anything remotely comparable to human intelligence. Yet, over the years, Alex proved many things. He could add. He could sound out words. He understood concepts like bigger, smaller, more, fewer, and none. He was capable of thought and intention. Together, Alex and Irene uncovered a startling reality: We live in a world populated by thinking, conscious creatures.The fame that resulted was extraordinary. Yet there was a side to their relationship that never made the papers. They were emotionally connected to one another. They shared a deep bond far beyond science. Alex missed Irene when she was away. He was jealous when she paid attention to other parrots, or even people. He liked to show her who was boss. He loved to dance. He sometimes became bored by the repetition of his tests, and played jokes on her. Sometimes they sniped at each other. Yet nearly every day, they each said, 'I love you'.Alex and Irene stayed together through thick and thin - despite sneers from experts, extraordinary financial sacrifices, and a nomadic existence from one university to another. The story of their thirty-year adventure is equally a landmark of scientific achievement and of an unforgettable human-animal bond.

Download or read book Parrot Talk written by David B. Seaburn and published by . This book was released on 2017-05-11 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lucas and Grinder are more than a little surprised and confused to hear that their mother, Millie, who they haven't heard from in over thirty years, has died. Now her best friend wants them to come to Pittsburgh to take care of their mother's effects, chief among them being Paul. A road trip ensues with memorable stops at a Racino, a Pittsburgh landmark greasy spoon, and finally a ride on an incline trolley to meet their mother's friend, Janice. They are taken aback when she introduces them to Paul, an African grey parrot in the depths of grief, who has things to say that will change their lives. And so a transformative adventure begins.