Criton Cockatoo

[Destiny]

Also, I don't think UPS, actually delivers like animals, other than reptiles and fish.

I used USPS, rather than UPS.

UPS lists "Birds (all)" on their Prohibited Animals list. In contrast, USPS allows shipment of day old poultry and live adult birds, as long as you provide appropriate packaging, which includes food, water, and perches inside the animal carrier and follow all the rules.

 

[Ziekenzie]

I used USPS, rather than UPS.

UPS lists "Birds (all)" on their Prohibited Animals list. In contrast, USPS allows shipment of day old poultry and live adult birds, as long as you provide appropriate packaging, which includes food, water, and perches inside the animal carrier and follow all the rules.

What do they consider an adult bird? Is it when they're weaned?

 

[Destiny]

What do they consider an adult bird? Is it when they're weaned?

They don't open the container, so I think it is whatever you label as "adult bird"

That being said, the rules are clear that you need to provide for the bird's minimum requirements while they are in transit. I don't think leaving a syringe of hand feeding formula in the box would meet the standards.

 

[macawpower58]

Maxi Parrots may be a scam site. It was registered in 2018, maybe from Panama.
I couldn't find a physical address for them.
Be very careful if you want to try them out.

 

[Hankmacaw]

Maxi Parrots is almost certainly a scammer's site. None of the vendors in the MAP site can be adequately checked out. Prices are too good to be true so probably aren't. No physical address in the USA. Totally unbelievable that they ship bird, cage and toys.

Like PT Barnum said - "A fool is born every minute."

 

[iamwhoiam]

It's definitely a scam site. Some of the testimonials are found on other websites. Here are some complaints about this scammer:

Maxi Parrots Reports & Reviews - ScamPulse.com

Is Maxi Parrots scam? Check out real and potential victim reports about Maxi Parrots. Report fraud, suspicious activity and phishing.

www.scampulse.com

 

[iamwhoiam]

Here's another one of their scam sites:

Daftar Situs Alternatif SIP33 & Link Terpercaya SIP33

SIP33 membuka link daftar terpercaya dan situs alternatif untuk pengalaman bermain terbaik dan menguntungkan. Gabung SIP33 sekarang!

stevenparrots.com

Stay away from this one, too.

 

[Ali]

Here's another one of their scam sites:

Daftar Situs Alternatif SIP33 & Link Terpercaya SIP33

SIP33 membuka link daftar terpercaya dan situs alternatif untuk pengalaman bermain terbaik dan menguntungkan. Gabung SIP33 sekarang!

stevenparrots.com

Stay away from this one, too.

The same people?

 

[iamwhoiam]

The same people?

Yes based on a comparison of the information on the websites. They've made a few changes but the information about shipping and their background is the same.

 

[Ali]

Yes based on a comparison of the information on the websites. They've made a few changes but the information about shipping and their background is the same.

Could it not be that it is genuine and it was copied by maxi parrots?

 

[iamwhoiam]

Could it not be that it is genuine and it was copied by maxi parrots?

No...it's a scam site. Major Mitchell's cockatoo $1200....haha.
Another fake is Gray Breeders Foundation, selling Hyacinth macaws for $1500.
Gray Breeders Foundation Check out the services they offer.
Then there is the photo of the Sphynx cat.

 

[Tanya]

Could it not be that it is genuine and it was copied by maxi parrots?

Why take the risk? Especially when the most suspicious thing after the to-good-to-be-true price is the shipping method which these two appear to have in common. And why buy from a possible scammer when there are so very many birds in need of a good home at rescuers... Not to mention the reputable breeders that exist is many regions?

I guess if you're personally rich enough to flush more than $1000 and be ok with getting nothing or a nearly-dead bird in return, then go for it. But perhaps don't encourage others who might not have the same amount of resources and be able to shrug off such an expensive bad choice.

 

[Ali]

Why take the risk?

First of I am not in the US and second, would never buy online anyway.

 

[GoDucks]

It was called Maxi-Parrots. They were selling umbrella, citron, and major mitchell's all less than 1300, which included a cage, food, and a manual. They also sold macaws, amazons, and african greys for a similar price

You can visit their location so maybe that is the way to go. You are right about the prices, they are practically giving their birds away.

 

[expressmailtome]

I'll try, but I don't know the "federation's" contact information.

Here is a link to their website: American Federation of Aviculture – Established in 1974 .

 

[GoDucks]

Here is a link to their website: American Federation of Aviculture – Established in 1974 .

So these people are legit- good to know.

 

[Ziekenzie]

I contacted the Federation, and it seems that you can buy a membership for your company/business for $125. I do hope that Maxi-Parrots are legit, but I'm skeptical

 

[Ziekenzie]

Another site to maybe look out for is CheapMacaws. They are selling cockatoos for $1500 and less, and they also offer free shipping.

 

[Ali]

Another site to maybe look out for is CheapMacaws. They are selling cockatoos for $1500 and less, and they also offer free shipping.

A website with the name "Cheapmacaws" is a MASSIVE green flag for me. To me it shows that, if they were legit, they don't really care. I would expect a true breeder to have a much better name, with higher prices to match. I don't think these people are legit.I

Please, please, please be careful buying anything online. Also, you are much better looking for a true breeder and visiting them.

 

[expressmailtome]

Another site to maybe look out for is CheapMacaws. They are selling cockatoos for $1500 and less, and they also offer free shipping.

Free shipping on parrots is a big red flag. Since it costs a few hundred dollars, it is very unlikely to be free.