> And they’re just two of the many parrots in the world who have surprised us with their intelligence, skills and longevity. About said longevity, it was my un

> And they’re just two of the many parrots in the world who have surprised us with their intelligence, skills and longevity. About said longevity, it was my understanding that parrots (most birds?) commonly get arthritis in their wings as they age. This is a fatal condition to a flying lifestyle. Given that, is their longevity in captivity really a surprise?