Grace was born in the spring of 1994 and has been with Amy since the age of 9 months. She's a white-capped pionus, a sub-amazon species which are native to Central and South America.

 

Gracie as a baby. Notice the difference in the white cap. Photo taken in 1995.


Gracie wanting very much to get something off the floor. Photo taken June 30, 2003.

 

Helping herself at the table. Photo taken November 23, 2003.

 

Cat grass isn't just for cats...... Photo taken February 20, 2004.

 

Gracie enjoys a little bath in the kitchen sink. Photo taken December 1, 2004.