Oldest linnie?

[Scooby]

Of our five linnies, we're sadly down to only one, Scooby. His son, Squirt, died this week of old age at 13 years old. Scooby, remarkably, lives on at 17 years old. The green feathers around his face have "greyed" to yellow, he can't fly anymore, and one foot is disabled so he can only climb with his beak and the other foot. He misses his son and companion and has been contact calling for him. We found a small stuffed bird, a budgie, and put this in his cage on the floor, which is where Scooby spends most of his time these days. He's been cuddling up to this buddy, so it seems like he's getting some comfort from it.

His appetite is still good. I watched him this morning go through his fresh food bowl, tossing out the items he dislikes (carrots, green beans), and gobbling the corn and grapes.

 

[Eddie's Aviary]

Sorry I missed this exciting message. 17 years old for a Linnie is remarkable! Tell us more.

If this post is asking if you should get a friend for him, I could offer an opinion. If it is a post to tell what is going on with this really interesting story..... I'm intrigued and looking for more information! I am sorry for your losses, and celebrate your clear successes.

 

[EstherJ]

17 years old is amazing. You are to be commended for your quality care.

 

[Eddie's Aviary]

Of our five linnies, we're sadly down to only one, Scooby. His son, Squirt, died this week of old age at 13 years old. Scooby, remarkably, lives on at 17 years old. The green feathers around his face have "greyed" to yellow, he can't fly anymore, and one foot is disabled so he can only climb with his beak and the other foot. He misses his son and companion and has been contact calling for him. We found a small stuffed bird, a budgie, and put this in his cage on the floor, which is where Scooby spends most of his time these days. He's been cuddling up to this buddy, so it seems like he's getting some comfort from it.

His appetite is still good. I watched him this morning go through his fresh food bowl, tossing out the items he dislikes (carrots, green beans), and gobbling the corn and grapes.

How is Scooby doing?

 

[Shivali]

Oh poor little sweetheart… he must miss his companion.
how is he doing now? Congratulations on 17 years!
I’m sure scooby is very special and has had a wonderful life with you so far.
And scooby, tell us your secrets!

 

[Scooby]

Scooby is still chugging along! I have added a dish of dried egg food to his daily diet. He hadn't been eating much seed and was refusing millet spray. He really seems to like the egg food and seems to have put back on some weight.

His longevity is probably mostly genetic, but I think it may have helped that his wings were never clipped and when he was young he was in a very large flight cage and had access to an even larger outdoor aviary so he got plenty of exercise. And he always got a fresh food diet with vegetables, fruits and greens.