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Round Table China

Encore: Pet bird affection soars in young hands

Jun 26, 2024
24:30
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Experts Heyang, Li Yi, and Josh Cotterill discuss the rise of interactive bird ownership in China, emphasizing emotional connections with parrots and the influence of bird-themed cafes. They delve into maintaining wild behavior in rescued birds, the intelligence and social nature of pet birds like parrots, and the considerations for proper care and space. Additionally, they explore the trend of 'divorce rings' as a symbol of empowerment.
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Quick takeaways

  • Young Chinese are increasingly raising pet birds for emotional bonds and interactivity.
  • Divorce rings symbolize empowerment and societal acceptance of new beginnings post-divorce.

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Growing Trend of Bird Ownership Among Young People in China

More young people in China are embracing the trend of raising birds as pets, particularly hand-raised parrots, due to their intelligence and social nature. Bird coffee bars are becoming popular, with a significant online presence of bird influencers. Emphasis is placed on the bond created through hand-raising birds, while differing approaches exist between captive pet birds and wildlife.

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