A parrot has been abandoned because it only likes male company.
The bird was found in a small cage with a note pleading for help because she only likes men.
It read: “Please take care of Daisy.
“We can no longer care and give her all she needs.
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“Her name is Daisy and she only likes males.
“So sorry”.
Daisy was covered in bald patches on her stomach and legs.
Staff at a Blue Cross site found the yellow ring-necked parakeet and contacted the RSPCA for help.
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Now the charity has launched a probe to find out more, as reported by What’s The Jam.
RSPCA Inspector Lauren Bailey said: “This poor parakeet was showing signs of being extremely stressed.
“She had been over-grooming and had bald patches which were red on her stomach and around her legs.
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“While her colouring suggests that she was a captive-bred bird, her nervousness suggests that she was extremely uncomfortable being kept in a domestic environment.
“The sad note from her owner suggests that they recognised that they weren’t able to meet the complex needs of this poor bird.”
Daisy was found in Burford, Oxfordshire, and is now being looked after at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park.
Every year the RSPCA deals with hundreds of reports of stray and abandoned birds that belong to the parrot family including macaws and parakeets.
The RSPCA believes that exotic animals, including parrots, should only be kept in captivity if good welfare can be assured.
The charity is opposed to the trade in wild-caught animals and in captive-bred wild animals where animals may suffer as a result of breeding, holding, transportation or use of the animal.
A spokesperson added: “Exotic pets such as parrots often end up in care of the RSPCA – or other animal welfare organisations – after people realise they’re not easy to care for or once the novelty wears off.
“Most are rescued after they have been abandoned, escaped or been released on purpose, which then could be an ‘invasive alien species’ risk to the UK’s native wildlife.
“Adopting a rescue parrot can be a rewarding experience for both the parrot and owner, however for those considering giving a rescue parrot a home, it’s very important to thoroughly research the needs of the species before taking the animal on.
“Parrots can be quite time-consuming, can live a long time and they do need enrichment, so a potential owner needs to have the commitment and time and patience to spare.
“Parrots also need big living spaces and lots of exercising and free flying.
“It’s also important to microchip them, organise good insurance cover and find an experienced avian vet.”
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