A Clonakilty family is appealing for help in finding their missing African Grey.
11-year-old Kei flew from the home of the Halgreen family in Kilgarriffe, Clonakilty, after getting a fright around 6.45 pm on Tuesday (May 12th).
The parrot is described as very tame, hand-reared, ringed, microchipped and deeply loved.
In a direct appeal, the family urged calm and vigilance: 'If anyone sees Kei, hears of anyone finding an African Grey, notices unusual grey or red feathers, or knows anything that might help, please contact us immediately.'
The Halgreens have asked locals in the area to spread the word across social media, with colleagues and friends, in community and volunteer groups, with vets and on noticeboards.
The family urged for safety when approaching Kei.
'Please do not chase her or try to grab her. If seen, please phone immediately, please keep her in sight, take a photo or video if possible, and note the exact location,' they added.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the family as soon as possible on 087 141 6953 or 087 387 8411.
