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Re: breeding greys
Posted by Miriam on 9/11/07

On 9/10/07, Lisa wrote:
> 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.


You're most welcome. I'm always pleased when I can help the ignorant
and uneducated.

Miriam

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.