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Re: breeding greys
Posted by Lisa on 9/10/07

On 9/10/07, Miriam wrote:
> On 9/10/07, Lisa wrote:
>> On 9/10/07, Miriam wrote:
>>> On 9/10/07, Lisa wrote:
>>>> does anyone know if there is a higher demand for congos or
>>>> timnehs? I know congos are slightly superior and cost a
>>>> little more than timnehs, I'm trying to decide which one
>>>> to begin breeding with. thx
>>>
>>>
>>> Lisa, I can tell you are inexperienced when you make a
>>> comment saying that Congos are superior to the Timneh.
>>> As a breeder of both of these birds I can ASSURE you that
>> the
>>> Congo is in no way superior to the Timneh. They are just
>> two
>>> different sub species and BOTH have their redeeming
>> qualities.
>>> I can tell you this, and this is only my opinion, the Timneh
>>> is far less neurotic than the Congo.
>>>
>>> If this is your first attempt at breeding any bird, I would
>>> tell you that you are in for the ride of your life. Greys
>>> are not "starter" birds when it comes to breeding.
>>
>> Superior can also refer to the size, or in this case, the
>> coloring of the bird as well. Everywhere I have read, and from
>> personal experience, the Congos are generally larger than the
>> timnehs. Aditionally, timnehs, are generally darker than the
>> Congos, and do not have bright red tails. Yes, I could have
>> worded it differently if I wanted to, but please do not my
>> judge my breeding skills based on your synonym-knowing skills,
>> thanks!
>> Any answers pertaining directly to my original question
>> would be greatly appreciated! thx
>
> Well, Lisa, since you seem to be "superior" than those of us who
> have done this for years, I guess I'll just leave your novice
> attitude to those that are more willing to put up with your
> inexperienced and haughty tone.
> And by the way, honey, get a Thesaurus and learn to word your
> questions more accurately with a more appropriate choice of
words.
> Also if you're going to use upper case in Congo, Timneh should
> also receive the same respect. Also, there are two d's
> in "additionally."
> That's all and good luck. You're going to need it.
>
>
Yes, since I am superior, please leave my attitude and haughty
tone to others, it would be greatly appreciated. Oh, and don't
worry, I used spell check this time, thanks so much for your input.

Posts on this thread, including this one

• breeding greys, 9/10/07, by Lisa.
• Re: breeding greys, 9/10/07, by Miriam.
• Re: breeding greys, 9/10/07, by Lisa.
• Re: breeding greys, 9/10/07, by Miriam.
• Re: breeding greys, 9/10/07, by Lisa.
• Re: breeding greys, 9/11/07, by Meeko's Mom.
• Re: breeding greys, 9/11/07, by Miriam.
• Re: breeding greys, 9/11/07, by Lisa.
• Re: breeding greys For Special-Needs Lisa, 9/11/07, by Miriam.
• Re: breeding greys For Special-Needs Lisa, 9/11/07, by Miriam.
• Re: breeding greys, 9/18/07, by Rick.