Baba and the Welshman – our Amazons

Where We Found Them

While working in Devon, we came across a friendly Amazon parrot that was being advertised for sale by a couple who could no longer care for her. Due to complaints from neighbours, they were also asked to rehome her.

We kept an eye on her listing and noticed that, despite some time passing, she still hadn’t found a home. Feeling concerned, we reached out to the owners and arranged to meet her in person.

The moment we met her, we fell in love. She was loud, full of personality, incredibly friendly, and delightfully mischievous—everything you’d expect from an Amazon parrot.

We couldn’t leave her behind, so we made the decision to welcome her into our home.

Not long after, we learned about another Amazon in need of a home. Wanting her to have a companion, we decided to take him in as well. We affectionately named him “the Welshman”—his chatter is so distinctive, you’d think he’s speaking Welsh!

Care and Life With Us

Since 2020, these two characters have thrived in our care. Initially, they were housed inside the home alongside Bubba, who was very much an early riser and had no hesitation in ensuring the entire household was awake by 5:45am!

As our flock grew, we built outdoor aviaries to provide our birds with more space, enrichment, and the opportunity to experience a more natural environment. This allowed them to explore, move freely, and, where possible, develop their flight.

We eventually moved them into one of our larger aviaries, where they continue to live happily—enjoying space, routine, and the companionship of their surroundings.