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Now servicing 8 states. To learn more about the birds who currently call our rescue home, please visit www.riparrots.org. Please consider making a donation.

Rhode Island Parrot Rescue is a 501c(3) organization dedicated to the rescue, and rehabilitation of homeless, unwanted, abused or abandoned parrots across New England. Rhode Island Parrot Rescue is the only rescue in Rhode Island to focus exclusively on rescuing, rehabilitating, educating the public, and re-homing exotic parrots. Rhode Island Parrot has helped thousands of birds find better lives because of the dedication of our volunteers, staff, and support from public and private donors.. Rhode Island Parrot Rescue depends on the compassion and generosity of our supporters. Because we are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, your contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

10/31/2026

WEEKEND VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 🦜
Looking for a way to make a difference while spending time with some incredible feathered friends?

Rhode Island Parrot Rescue is looking for dedicated, compassionate volunteers to join our team on weekends!

From tiny budgies to magnificent macaws, our parrots rely on volunteers to help keep them happy, healthy, and thriving while they wait for their next homes. 🏡❤️

✨ What will you be doing?
🦜 Socializing and building trust with our parrots
🥗 Preparing fresh, nutritious meals
🧹 Cleaning and maintaining their living spaces
🧩 Creating fun toys and enrichment activities
❤️ Helping with training and daily care

📅 Weekend Opportunities
⏰ 9 AM–3 PM or 12 PM–3 PM

No experience with parrots? No problem! We provide training to help you learn about these intelligent, fascinating birds.

Whether you're passionate about animals, looking to gain hands-on experience, or simply want to give back to your community, we'd love to have you!

💚 Your time can make a world of difference to a bird in need.

📩 Interested in joining our flock?
Email: [email protected]
🌐 www.riparrots.org

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10/31/2026

🎃🦜 PUMPKIN SPICE AND EVERYTHING NICE… COCKATOO EDITION! 😂
Move over, pumpkin spice lattes! Buddy the Umbrella Cockatoo has found a MUCH better way to celebrate pumpkin season!
Did you know that pumpkins aren’t just adorable fall decorations? They’re also a fantastic source of nutrition AND enrichment for our feathered friends!
🎃 A HEALTHY TREAT! Pumpkin provides beta-carotene (which the body converts to vitamin A), fiber, and other beneficial nutrients that help support a healthy parrot diet.
🦜 A NATURAL PLAYGROUND! Parrots are born to explore, chew, shred, and forage! Offering fresh pumpkin gives them an opportunity to investigate different textures, work for their food, and put those busy beaks to good use!
💛 A LITTLE MESS, A LOT OF FUN! Whether they’re digging into the flesh, exploring the stringy insides, or enjoying the seeds, pumpkin can turn snack time into a stimulating adventure!
And Buddy? Well, he’s clearly embracing the assignment! 😂🎃
At Rhode Island Parrot Rescue, enrichment isn’t just about keeping our birds entertained. It’s an essential part of supporting their physical and psychological well-being.
So before you toss those pumpkins after Halloween, consider sharing some fresh, plain, unspoiled pumpkin with your parrots! Just be sure it’s free of paint, candles, seasonings, and other decorations.
🎃 Who else has a feathered pumpkin enthusiast at home? We’d love to hear about it!

10/27/2026

💚 This little green girl is off to find her flock! 💚
Edith is heading home with Katie, where she’ll have the chance to get to know two new feathered friends: Dolly and Betty. The hope is that these three ladies will eventually become the best of friends, and we can’t wait to see how their story unfolds!
If there’s one thing that makes Edith special, it’s her wonderfully calm personality. At the rescue, our budgie aviary can sometimes be in absolute chaos, between the chattering, flying all around, playing, and generally making sure nobody forgets they’re there. And Edith? She just perches there quietly, tilting her little head and watching it all unfold!
There’s something so endearing about a bird who’s content to sit back and take it all in. Edith has her own quiet sweetness, and now she gets to bring that gentle presence into Katie’s home. We hope that, with time, patience, and plenty of opportunities to get acquainted, Dolly, Betty, and Edith will discover all the wonderful things they might enjoy about having one another friend around.
Of course, friendships happen on their own timelines, and we’ll be cheering these girls on as they get to know each other at their own pace. Three little personalities, one growing flock, and hopefully lots of happy chirps ahead!

Happy homecoming, Edith! May your new chapter be peaceful, full of little adventures, and filled with the companionship of your new flock. And Katie, thank you for opening your home to this lovely girl and giving her the opportunity to make two new friends!
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10/25/2026

💚 Two little adventurers have found their family! 💚🐦
Zeru and Archie are off to their forever home! These two handsome budgie boys wasted no time making themselves known during their bonding visits with Janice and her daughters. Rather than waiting around for the humans to make the first move, these adventurous little guys came right over and landed on their hands! Safe to say, they were ready to make some friends.

Outgoing, sweet, and endlessly playful, Zeru and Archie are ready to fill their new home with happy chirps, curious explorations, and plenty of little budgie antics. We can already imagine all the fun ahead as this family gets to know their new feathered companions!

But what makes us especially happy is how eager Janice and her daughters were to learn everything they could to give these boys the best life possible. They soaked up information about proper nutrition, enrichment, training, and even how to make safe toys at home! Their enthusiasm for learning and preparing for Zeru and Archie shows just how much thought and care they're bringing to this new adventure.

Happy homecoming, Zeru and Archie! May your days be filled with delicious things to try, exciting toys to explore, new tricks to learn, and all the love your little hearts can hold.

10/23/2026

🦜 MEET TIKA: Red Bird, BIG Personality, and Absolutely NO Indoor Voice! 🎤🤣
Looking for a quiet, reserved little feathered companion? Well… keep scrolling, because Tika is NOT your guy! 😂
Meet Tika, our handsome, approximately 10-year-old Yellow-backed Chattering Lorikeet who has a personality as colorful as his feathers!
This little comedian LOVES making silly sounds, chatting up a storm, tossing things off tables, and generally redecorating his surroundings to his liking. Metal spoons? Musical instruments. Paper towels? Confetti. Toys? Best enjoyed after a dramatic demolition! 🎉
Tika is also quite the foodie! His favorites include nectar, cherries, papaya, and bananas. As a lorikeet, he requires a specialized nectar-based diet, so his future caregiver will need to be prepared for his unique nutritional needs.
And bath time? Forget the misting bottle! 🚿 Tika prefers his own personal birdie bathtub, thank you very much!
Tika may favor the gentlemen, and he’s looking for someone patient, understanding, and ready to appreciate all the quirks that make him so wonderfully unique. He does have a history of biting, so an experienced, confident caregiver who understands parrot behavior would be ideal.
❤️ Tika doesn’t need someone to change who he is. He needs someone who will love him for exactly who he is!
At Rhode Island Parrot Rescue, we believe every member of our flock deserves that special connection, and we’re hoping Tika’s person is out there reading this right now!
🏡 Think you’ve got what it takes to share your life with this pint-sized entertainer?
💻 Apply through our placement program:
https://www.riparrots.org/adoption-program
💚 Because big personalities deserve big love, too!

10/23/2026

🦜🎓 Inspiring the Next Generation of Animal Care Professionals! 💚
What a wonderful week of learning, laughter, and all things FEATHERS! 🪶
On Tuesday and Thursday, we had the pleasure of welcoming students from the JWU Animal Science Program to Rhode Island Parrot Rescue!
Our visitors had the opportunity to meet our incredible flock, get acquainted with our dedicated team, and take a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to operate a parrot rescue.
And we didn’t stop at the cute faces and colorful feathers! 😉 We dove into the science and specialized care behind our mission, exploring everything from avian medicine and nutrition to behavior, enrichment, training, and the unique challenges that come with rehabilitating rescued parrots.
Rescue work is so much more than providing a safe place to land. It’s about understanding each bird as an individual, meeting their physical and emotional needs, and giving them the tools to thrive. ❤️
A huge THANK YOU to the students and educators at Johnson & Wales University for spending time with us, asking thoughtful questions, and showing such enthusiasm for the work we do!
We absolutely love opportunities to bridge the gap between classroom education and real-world animal welfare. We’re excited to continue building this relationship and look forward to more opportunities to learn, collaborate, and inspire one another in the future!
After all, the future of animal welfare is in the hands of the next generation, and we’re thrilled to be part of their journey! 🦜💚

10/22/2026

Don't let his size fool you! RJ is a Mini Macaw with a whole lot of personality, plenty to say, and so much love to give!

RJ arrived at Rhode Island Parrot Rescue on May 21, 2025, alongside several other birds following the passing of their previous caretaker. Sadly, the birds had been living in poor conditions. RJ was one of 18 birds in the home, and we're so grateful we were able to give him and the others a fresh start.

Despite everything he's been through, he is an absolute sweetheart! He loves head scratches, enjoys spending time with people, and is more than happy to hang out on your shoulder while you work. Whether you're getting things done or simply relaxing, RJ would love to keep you company!

And did we mention he has quite the mouth on him?

RJ loves to mutter to himself and isn't afraid to throw in a few naughty words here and there! He also says "Hello," "Hi," and "Come here!" With RJ around, you're bound to have some entertaining conversations!

He has already experienced so much change in his life, and now we're hoping his next chapter will be his best one yet. He deserves a home filled with love, attention, enrichment, and someone who will appreciate his sweet, silly, and occasionally foul-mouthed personality!

RJ may be a little macaw, but he has an enormous amount of love to offer. All he's missing is someone to share it with.

Could RJ be your new best friend?

If you're interested visit riparrots.org to learn more about our process!

10/20/2026

Born on January 13, 1999, Arlo is a 27-year-old African Grey with a personality that is sure to steal your heart!

Arlo came to us after his previous caretaker was no longer able to care for him due to age. Like many birds adjusting to a new environment, Arlo needed some time to feel safe and comfortable. For a while, he was hesitant to even leave his cage. But with patience, reassurance, and the chance to move at his own pace, Arlo slowly began coming out of his shell!

Now that he's discovered how wonderful life outside his cage can be, he absolutely LOVES coming out! You'll usually find him happily hanging out on top of his cage, enjoying his surroundings. But don't let his innocent face fool you! This sneaky little guy has a habit of quietly making his way down to the floor to go on his own little adventures! We always have to keep an eye on him because you never know when Arlo might decide it's time to explore! We're also slowly introducing him to tree stands, although he's not quite a fan of them just yet.

Arlo arrived at the rescue with his beloved bells, and they mean the world to him. They're not just any toys; they're familiar treasures that have been part of his life for years. And don't worry, wherever Arlo goes, his bells go too!

Arlo also has quite the collection of sounds! From saying "Hello" and his own name to whistling tunes, catcalling, barking, meowing, and even imitating delivery trucks, there's never a dull moment with this handsome boy!

What Arlo needs most is someone who understands that trust takes time. He may not show you his entire personality on day one, and that's okay! He deserves someone who will be patient, respect his boundaries, and celebrate all those little milestones as he settles into his next home.

Arlo has already shown us just how much he can blossom when given the time and opportunity. Now, we're hoping someone will give him the chance to continue that journey in a home of his very own.

Could you be the person Arlo has been waiting for?

If you're interested visit riparrots.org to learn more!

10/19/2026

💙 Four little birds, one very happy home! 💙
Rudy, Berry, Paloma, and Blueberry are off to their home with Eileen, and we have a feeling these four little troublemakers are about to bring a whole lot of laughter, love, and just the right amount of chaos into her life!
Eileen knows what it means to share a life with a feathered companion. After many happy years together, she tragically lost her beloved African Grey, Abby. Losing a bird who has been such a big part of your life leaves an enormous hole in your heart, and it took time for Eileen to feel ready to open her home to another feathered friend.
But when the time was right and she met these four boys, something clicked! Eileen was ready to welcome all the chatter, antics, and joyful mischief that Rudy, Berry, Paloma, and Blueberry had to offer.
There is no replacing a bird you've loved and lost, but sometime you'll find room for new bonds, new memories, and new reasons to smile. We are so happy these boys found someone ready to embrace every bit of their little personalities, and we suspect they won't waste any time making themselves at home!
Happy homecoming, Rudy, Berry, Paloma, and Blueberry! May your days be filled with love, adventure, and all the mischief your little hearts could desire. Eileen, we couldn't be happier that these four have found their way to you! 💙🐦

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West Warwick, RI

Telephone

+16305063160

Website

http://www.riparrots.org/

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