Owning a parrot for less than 24 hours!!!

Welcome back to "Wild Conversations"! In episode 11, our ever-enthusiastic host, Jess, dives deep into the heart of the sanctuary's daily dramas and triumphs with the incredible Steve, its founder. This week, a heart-wrenching tale unfolds as Steve recounts the rapid rehoming of a baby Blue and Yellow Macaw, purchased on a whim and surrendered within 24 hours. This incident sparks a vital conversation about the responsibilities of exotic pet ownership, highlighting the often-overlooked challenges of noise and long-term care.

Steve also shares the hilarious and determined lengths he went to in the sanctuary's early days to spread the word. From unexpected appearances on Channel 4's "Big Brother" to the serene landscapes of "Escape to the Country," he left no stone unturned in his mission to raise awareness.

And, as a delightful teaser, Jess and Steve give us a sneak peek into a future episode that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds! Get ready for "Nandays," the sanctuary's very own animal kitchen, where culinary creativity meets parrot-inspired charm. Prepare for a feast of stories, laughter, and perhaps a few feathered food critics such as Jamie Polyver or even Ainsley Parriot! Get ready for another heartwarming glimpse into the lives of the animals and the dedicated humans who care for them

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Lincolnshire Wildlife Park is one of the UK's largest animal sanctuarys and is now the county’s premier animal attraction highlighting the joys of offering long-term sanctuary to animals from all over Europe.

Enjoy an amazing day out full of animals, set within 25 acres LWP is home to The National Parrot Sanctuary where you can get to see over 1000 talkative parrots. We also house the only White Lions in Northern England & our beautiful Bengal Tigers.

But there’s more than just Parrots and Tigers here… you will also see Meerkats, Lemurs, Giant Tortoises, Reptiles, Tapir, Puma, Leopard, Otters, Turtles and many more.