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Cynthia

  • Senior
  • Female
  • Medium
  • parrot
  • Cockatoo

About Cynthia

Ballwin, MO

Species & Breed

parrot
Cockatoo

Physical Traits

Senior
Female
Medium

Behavior

Adoption Fee

$600

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Cynthia's Story

Meet Cynthia, a quiet and sensitive Umbrella Cockatoo with a gentle spirit and thoughtful eyes.<br/><br/>Cynthia is estimated to be around 40 years old and is a wild-caught cockatoo who has experienced multiple homes over the course of her life. Because of her past, she is still very timid and needs an adopter who understands that trust will take time and cannot be rushed.<br/><br/>She is not yet comfortable stepping up onto bare hands or arms, but she is making progress and is currently doing better stepping up onto a toweled arm. She prefers to move at her own pace and benefits from calm, predictable interactions. Cynthia enjoys being near her people and quietly observing her surroundings rather than being the center of attention.<br/><br/>Like many cockatoos, Cynthia does have a loud voice and will occasionally scream, so she is not a good fit for homes with shared walls. That said, her overall demeanor is gentle and reserved, and she would thrive in a peaceful household with minimal chaos and a patient caregiver.<br/><br/>Cynthia has a clear passion when it comes to enrichment, and that is balsa and cork toys. She is also partial to size-appropriate wooden toys. However, her current obsession is a foraging baffle cage. She can empty it in hours no matter how tightly it's packed! She loves rice and garbanzo beans! Providing plenty of appropriate chewing and shredding outlets will be an important part of helping her feel secure and engaged in her environment.<br/><br/>Cynthia would do best with someone who can offer consistency, patience, and a calm presence, allowing her the time and space she needs to continue building confidence. For the right home, she has the potential to form a quiet, meaningful bond and truly begin her next chapter feeling safe and understood. <br/><br/>Adoption fee: $600

Meet Cynthia, a quiet and sensitive Umbrella Cockatoo with a gentle spirit and thoughtful eyes.

Cynthia is estimated to be around 40 years old and is a wild-caught cockatoo who has experienced multiple homes over the course of her life. Because of her past, she is still very timid and needs an adopter who understands that trust will take time and cannot be rushed.

She is not yet comfortable stepping up onto bare hands or arms, but she is making progress and is currently doing better stepping up onto a toweled arm. She prefers to move at her own pace and benefits from calm, predictable interactions. Cynthia enjoys being near her people and quietly observing her surroundings rather than being the center of attention.

Like many cockatoos, Cynthia does have a loud voice and will occasionally scream, so she is not a good fit for homes with shared walls. That said, her overall demeanor is gentle and reserved, and she would thrive in a peaceful household with minimal chaos and a patient caregiver.

Meet Cynthia, a quiet and sensitive Umbrella Cockatoo with a gentle spirit and thoughtful eyes.

Cynthia is estimated to be around 40 years old and is a wild-caught cockatoo who has experienced multiple homes over the course of her life. Because of her past, she is still very timid and needs an adopter who understands that trust will take time and cannot be rushed.

She is not yet comfortable stepping up onto bare hands or arms, but she is making progress and is currently doing better stepping up onto a toweled arm. She prefers to move at her own pace and benefits from calm, predictable interactions. Cynthia enjoys being near her people and quietly observing her surroundings rather than being the center of attention.

Like many cockatoos, Cynthia does have a loud voice and will occasionally scream, so she is not a good fit for homes with shared walls. That said, her overall demeanor is gentle and reserved, and she would thrive in a peaceful household with minimal chaos and a patient caregiver.

Cynthia has a clear passion when it comes to enrichment, and that is balsa and cork toys. She is also partial to size-appropriate wooden toys. However, her current obsession is a foraging baffle cage. She can empty it in hours no matter how tightly it's packed! She loves rice and garbanzo beans! Providing plenty of appropriate chewing and shredding outlets will be an important part of helping he

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How To Adopt

Cynthia was listed as Adoptable by STAR - St. Louis Avian Rescue
How can I adopt Cynthia?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with STAR - St. Louis Avian Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
When can I meet Cynthia?
If you've submitted an inquiry, STAR - St. Louis Avian Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Cynthia, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to STAR - St. Louis Avian Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
STAR - St. Louis Avian Rescue's Adoption Policy
IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ BEFORE CLICKING “START INQUIRY” The “Start Inquiry” button is not an adoption application. Due to the high volume of messages we receive, inquiries submitted through Petfinder will not receive a response. This includes general questions that are already answered below or on our website. To be considered for adoption, you must complete an application on our website: www.staravian.org/adopt We do not schedule meetings until an application has been submitted and approved. For more information on our adoption process: https://staravian.org/adoption-application/adoption-process Additional Requirements: - All birds are in volunteer foster homes. Meetings are scheduled only after approval. - We have a strict 100-mile adoption radius from St. Louis Lambert Airport. No exceptions. - We do not ship birds. - We do not adopt to breeders. - Homes must be non-smoking and free of Teflon/PTFE/PFOA products due to toxicity risks. - All current pets must be up to date on annual wellness exams and required vaccines. If you are serious about adopting, please submit an application. That is the only way to move forward.

Cynthia is from STAR - St. Louis Avian Rescue

[Ballwin, MO]

Our Mission
STAR is an all volunteer, foster-based 501(c)(3) companion bird rescue based in St Louis, MO. Our mission is to improve and enrich the lives of parrots through rescue, rehabilitative fostering, adoption and education.

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