Quito – Yellow Naped Amazon for Adoption
Quito is a Yellow Naped Amazon for adoption at 77ExoticBirds.com. Estimated to be at least 30 years old, Quito has spent most of his life with one loving owner and is now facing a difficult transition due to her illness.
He is intelligent, observant, and carries the strong personality typical of Amazon parrots.
About Quito
Quito is a beautiful green Amazon with a bright yellow nape. He is banded and does not fly, which makes safety and supervised handling especially important.
He is believed to be male, though this has not been DNA verified. He has no known medical issues and no history of egg laying.
- Species: Yellow Naped Amazon
- Age: Estimated 30+ years
- Sex: Not DNA verified (believed male)
- Adoption Fee: $900
- Cage Aggressive: No
- Other Bird Aggression: Not tested (for safety)
- Preference: Prefers females
Affordable used cages are available starting at $100 (ranging from $250 up to $1,000 depending on size).
📸 More pictures of Quito are available upon request.
Personality & Behavior
Quito was very comfortable being handled by his longtime owner and was last held just before she entered the hospital. This transition has understandably been stressful.
Like many Amazons, he can be unpredictable with new people and may bite without obvious warning when feeling unsure or overstimulated. Because of this, he requires an experienced Amazon owner who understands:
- Parrot body language
- Slow introductions
- Respectful boundaries
- Calm, confident handling
Quito prefers women and bonds more easily with female caretakers.
He dislikes being sprayed or misted with water.
Enrichment & Favorites
Quito enjoys:
- Chewing cardboard boxes (cracker boxes are a favorite)
- Bells
- Wooden chew toys
Providing safe chewable enrichment is important for his mental stimulation and overall well-being.
Ideal Home for Quito
Quito will thrive in:
- A calm, structured home
- An experienced Amazon household
- A primarily female caretaker
- A home that understands one-person bonding
- An environment that prioritizes safety (he does not fly)
Despite recent life changes, Quito has strong potential to bond again. With patience and consistency, he can become a deeply loyal companion.
Special Considerations
- Does not fly — supervised out-of-cage time required
- Prefers female handlers
- Dislikes misting/spray baths
- Needs slow, respectful bonding process
There are no additional medical concerns at this time.
Important Things to Know About Parrots
1️⃣ Parrots Usually Choose One Person
Most birds bond deeply with one individual and may only tolerate others.
2️⃣ Birds & Children
Birds are generally not ideal for homes with young children, dogs, or other birds. They are flock animals and should live in a communal area to prevent behavioral issues.
3️⃣ Birds Bite
Biting indicates fear, overstimulation, or broken trust. Trust must be earned through patience and consistency.
4️⃣ Parrots Are Not Dominance-Based
If a bird refuses to step down or leave a safe place, it is about comfort and security — not dominance.
Why Adopt a Yellow Naped Amazon from 77ExoticBirds.com?
When you adopt from 77ExoticBirds.com, you are:
- Giving a senior Amazon parrot a second chance
- Supporting ethical and responsible rehoming
- Committing to experienced, informed care
- Welcoming an intelligent lifelong companion
Yellow Naped Amazons are known for their strong personalities, loyalty, and intelligence. Quito deserves stability and respect for this next chapter of his life.
Ready to Give Quito a Calm, Experienced Home?
Quito is looking for a patient, knowledgeable adopter who understands Amazon behavior and bonding.
📸 Additional photos available upon request for serious adopters.