Lost blue parakeet with yellow chest near Grand Central
Description
I lost my blue parakeet, Pico, yesterday around 3pm after he hopped onto my shoulder as I left the subway at Grand Central. He's about the size of a palm, with bright blue feathers and a small yellow chest, plus a distinctive white patch on his left wing. I last saw him perched on a cafe awning near Grand Central Terminal on 42nd Street, then he darted toward the trees by Bryant Park. He responds to the name Pico and calms when I whistle, so I'm really hoping someone who finds him can call or message me. This little guy is my daily bright spot and he means a lot to me. If you've seen him, please reach out--I'll drive over with his favorite millet spray.
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