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Education Birds: Blackbirds
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KELLER
Red-winged Blackbird
KELLER, Red-winged Blackbird
Agelaius phoeniceus
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KELLER, Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) |
History: Kellar was almost eaten by a hawk. A kind lady rescued him and brought him to Chintimini. He was treated for an infection and impaired eyesight. The infection was cured but he never regained his sight. From the beginning, he was an extremely cheerful bird, singing up a storm, readily stepping on peoples' finger to be carried around. Eventually he evolved into a mascot, getting set up in the clinic with water and food during the day, greeting people with his songs. Many people have commented how nice it is to have such a cheerful bird around, especially people calling on the phone, when they hear him singing.
His name, "Keller", was given to him in honor of Helen Keller.
Admission Date: February 2010
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