In this Parrot Podcast clip, I’m talking about one of the biggest “make or break” moments in multi-bird homes: introducing a new bird into your flock. I sat down with Adele from Wildlife Unleashed (she runs a sanctuary and works with everything from Amazons and macaws to Major Mitchell cockatoos and red-tailed black cockatoos), and we dig into what real-life flock management looks like—especially when you’re trying to keep everyone safe, relaxed, and set up for success. We cover the mindset I want you to have going in: introductions aren’t a single event, they’re a process. I share what I look for in body language, how I think about the environment (space, enrichment, and routine), and why “going slow” is not being overly cautious—it’s being evidence-based and reducing risk. Adele also brings in the sanctuary perspective: how birds communicate in groups, why enrichment matters for preventing conflict, and how education and conservation work tie into better care at home. If you’re adding a new bird, this clip will help you think in steps, not shortcuts.