i see a lot of people recently bashing people who own pet parrots, accusing them of being animal abusers or terrible people. while it’s one thing to take a parrot from the wild, these are captive birds that cannot be released. and they have nowhere to go. parrot sanctuaries are overflowing – there is just not enough space for parrots. condemn the wild parrot trade and breeders who know the reality of the situation and continue to profit off it anyway, but don’t bother knowledgeable people who do everything they can to care for their feathered companion. if you want more space in rescues, consider donating or volunteering your time.