Wildlife services in Sydney are working to rescue a cockatoo named Mickey, who has been living in a supermarket for four weeks. The New South Wales environment minister, Penny Sharpe, has assured the public that there is no “kill order” for the bird and that efforts are being made to rescue and release Mickey back into the wild.
Sharpe has directed the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service to work with Coles and rescue groups to help save Mickey. Wildlife rescue organization Wires is planning to deploy a team to try and rescue the bird and release him back into the wild where he belongs.
Old Lady Doris, another cockatoo, was brought in to reassure Mickey. However, the rescue attempts have proven to be challenging as Mickey is scared and wary of people trying to catch him. Despite being well-fed with brioche and water inside the supermarket, Mickey needs to relax and trust that people are not a threat.
Efforts to lure Mickey outside have been unsuccessful, with the rescue group describing it as a “nightmare”. Sharpe’s office has dismissed rumors of a “kill order” for the bird. Coles has not yet commented on the situation.
Overall, wildlife services are working tirelessly to rescue Mickey and ensure his safe return to the wild, despite the challenges posed by his fear and reluctance to leave the supermarket.
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