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Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw .....Joe
Posted by JAS on 6/18/09

>> On 6/18/09, JAS wrote:
>> I have been looking for a Hyacinth Macaw and I know they are pricy
but I can't afford it. I was wondering if anyone can help me find a
place that is cheaper.
On 3/08/07, KEN wrote:
> On 3/02/07, b wrote: Here is a place i have found that breeds and hand
> feeds hyacinths. It's located in Saylorsburg,PA. Look at www.
> hyacinths.com company name is Hyacinth haven. Good luck.
>> On 2/27/07, Wendy wrote:
>>> Hey Mark, good luck in finding a home for her. I am sure you are
>>> going thru a lot of heartache having to give her up. I know I
>>> would be interested, but I also know that you can't import birds
>>> into the US from Cameroon.
>>> Again good luck,
>>> Wendy
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> On 2/27/07, Mark wrote:
>>>> You all got it all right Wendy. most people can afford a
>>>> hyacinth but not all can give them the loving care they need.
>>>> The worst is this thing about the scam. i have one and i live in
>>>> Cameroon. but I can't hardly have some one to help me rehome her
>>>> since I travel alot. Everybody things it's a scam and I can't
>>>> blame naybody for thinking that way, Cameroonians have forced
>>>> them into that. but I know I'll fine her some good place some
>>>> day. I'm out, peace,
>>>> Mark
>>>>
>>>> On 2/26/07, joe w stupor wrote:
>>>>> On 2/26/07, Wendy Johnson wrote:
>>>>>> Hey Frank,
>>>>>>
>>>>>> We also have been looking for a Hy to adopt. I have dreamed
>>>>>> of having a Hy for over 20 yrs. now. We currently have a 5
>>>>>> month B&G (Jethro), 6 month Scarlet (Ellie Mae),8 yr. 2
>>>>>> Severes, (Mr. Driesdale, and Ms Jane).
>>>>>>
>>>>>> The problems we have run into wanting to adopt is even if
>>>>>> you find one at a rescue/adoption facility, they usually
>>>>>> don't adopt outside of their areas. I did find a Hy for
>>>>>> adoption in Utah, when I inquired someone was already
>>>>>> filling out the paperwork.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I did send out emails to some breeders, needless to say
>>>>>> their responses were less than friendly. The other BIG
>>>>>> problem are these people in Cameroon advertised all over, my
>>>>>> guess is 90&37; of all hy ads are their scam. It is
>>>>>> frustrating.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> One would think that as rare as the Hy may be, they would be
>>>>>> looking for good homes. Most breeders are in it for the
>>>>>> money, and not in the best interest of the species. We may
>>>>>> not be able to afford their prices, but I can bet I can give
>>>>>> a Hy a better home than some people that can afford their
>>>>>> prices. I am sure their are some folks out there that are
>>>>>> in it for the good of the species, just have to find that
>>>>>> needle in the haystack.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> OK, I am off my soapbox!!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Good luck with your search, if I can find that needle I will
>>>>>> surely let you know.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Wendy
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> On 2/26/07, Frank wrote:
>>>>>>> Hello All,
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Me and my better half are looking into bringing a
>>>>>> Hyacinth
>>>>>>> into our lives we currently own a 2 year old Male Green
>>>>>>> Wing and would love the chance to bring him home a friend.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> We know that they are rare and costly but figured we
>>>>>> would
>>>>>>> try and see if there was anyone out there that may know of
>>>>>>> someone who has a young one that they may need to place.
>>>>>> We
>>>>>>> are willing to pay an adoption fee of course, we just
>>>>>>> cannot afford to buy one direct from a breeder. Any info
>>>>>>> please forward to FrankAlewickiPa@aol.com Thanks all.
>>>>>>>
>>>>>>> Regards,
>>>>>>> Frank
>>>>> Hi Wendy and Frank like Wendy mentioned there are many scams
>>>>> out there, becareful. I've been searching for a baby male
>>>>> Hyacinth since October of last year. I'm willing to pay up to
>>>>> 10K for one if you have any leads. If either one of you have
>>>>> had one you will know they are worth every penny. They aren't
>>>>> like any other macaw.I lost my male with six other birds to a
>>>>> fire last Aug. It was like losing seven childern. I'm back up
>>>>> to 8 macaws now and love spending time with them every day. I
>>>>> don't breed my birds they are only for the enjoyment of my
>>>>> kids, anyone interested in learning about the birds when I
>>>>> have them out and myself. If you come across a baby Hyacinth I
>>>>> would appriciate a phone call. I can be reached at 626-221-
>>>>> 0395. I'm here in California.
>>>>>
>>>>> Joe
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Have you tried Premium Parrots? He's in Illinois.

Posts on this thread, including this one

• Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw , 2/26/07, by Frank.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw , 2/26/07, by Wendy Johnson.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw , 2/26/07, by joe w stupor.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw , 2/27/07, by Mark.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw , 2/27/07, by Zunadam.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw , 2/27/07, by Wendy.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw .....Joe , 3/02/07, by b.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw .....Joe , 3/08/07, by KEN.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw , 3/14/07, by Frank.
• Re: Looking for young Hyacinth Macaw .....Joe , 6/18/09, by JAS.