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For the Birds They are incredibly beautiful. They are very intelligent. They are highly interactive and quite entertaining. But if you have ever considered bringing one of these magnificent birds into your home as an avian companion, it would be wise to make a visit to the Ga- ruda Aviary on River Road in the Agricultural Reserve. There you will meet Christopher Zeoli, the devoted, full-time, seven-days-a- week parrot whisperer of a large flock of these exotic birds that were neglected, abused or given up by their owners. His mission: To educate the public about the huge commitment, responsibility and difficulty of keeping parrots as pets, and to addressing the tragic effects of the cruel and inhumane parrot trade. by christopher zeoli Garuda Aviary is a rescue and sanctuary, providing lifelong care for parrots. It is currently home to more than 50 parrots. The aviary does not adopt-out the birds; they remain at the sanctu- ary for the rest of their natural lives. plenty I autumn harvest 2019 37