PARROTS have acquired a reputation for swearing. It was the company they kept. Hang around on the shoulders of sailors and pirates and you are bound to pick up a few choice phrases.
We cannot say whether Sydney's previous owner was nautical or just naughty. All we know is that for an African Grey, his language is very colourful.
Sydney has since taught Claude to curse, making it hard to find a home for the pair. But their parrot profanities may have a use for a new owner - particularly in dealing with those cold-calling double glazing salesmen.
Updated: 11:03 Tuesday, April 24, 2001
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