Green parakeet with yellow head found near The Summit
Description
I found a little green parakeet with a bright yellow head perched on the bookstore sign outside The Summit on Harrodsburg Road in Lexington this afternoon around 1:40pm. It has a slim blue tail, and a small silver leg band with 'KY' engraved on it. It seemed healthy, chirping softly and hopping along my hand, and it showed no fear after I coaxed it from a bush. I’m posting here because I know someone out there must be missing their pet—this bird looks tame and belongs with its family. If you think it’s yours, tell me the name on the leg band or what color the bird’s favorite treat is; I’ll bring it to you.
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