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Yoka is Missing in Ottawa, ON

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Status

LOST

Date Last Seen

July 12, 2026

Location Last Seen

Ottawa, ON

Nearest Landmark

Chapman mill drive

Name

Yoka

Sex

Female

PawBoost ID

73131623

Species

Bird

Description

African Grey Parrot

Message from Owner

Our African Grey Parrot Yoka is missing from the Chapman Mills Drive area in Ottawa. Last seen: Chapman Mills Drive Missing since: [12 Jul 2026] Not clipped and able to fly. Friendly and tame, but more comfortable with men. No leg band. May respond to her name or familiar voices. If you see or find Yoka, please contact me as soon as possible. Phone Number: Yoka is a beloved family pet and we are hoping for a safe return. Thank you to everyone who helps with the search.

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Sahar A.
2 months ago
UPDATE: Yoka has been found and is safely home! ❤️ Thank you so much to everyone who shared the post, kept an eye out, offered advice, and reached out with information. Your kindness and support mean so much to us. We are incredibly grateful. 🦜❤️
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Sahar A.
2 months ago
UPDATE: Yoka has been found and is safely home! ❤️ Thank you so much to everyone who shared the post, kept an eye out, offered advice, and reached out with information. Your kindness and support mean so much to us. We are incredibly grateful. 🦜❤️
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Vicky F.
2 months ago
Shared, hope and pray u find ur beautiful sweetheart soon! Wish u lots of luck!
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Claire P.
2 months ago
Shared!
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Sahar A.
2 months ago
Jay Grovet thank you so much, will do.
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Sahar A.
2 months ago
Jennifer Cross Leamington Way
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Sahar A.
2 months ago
Nancy Oastler chapman mill drive
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Nancy O.
2 months ago
Sahar Al-Shaibani what is nearest cross-street/intersection?
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Jay G.
2 months ago
Your parrot is vulnerable outdoors and likely hasn’t flown far. Here’s clear, step-by-step advice to maximize recovery chances: • Search persistently on foot: Stay out as long as needed, covering your neighborhood thoroughly. Birds will go quiet at dark, but will stay put as their eyesight is terrible in the dark. You must take advantage of daylight hours. • Use sounds to locate: Play familiar calls or YouTube videos of sharp, distinctive flock calls loudly via Bluetooth speaker or phone. Listen for responses. if within earshot, your bird will very likely respond. This can often be a cheat code for finding lost birds as they are easier to locate by sound opposed to sight. • Watch for signs: Look for agitated crows, magpies, or other birds; this may indicate your parrot is nearby. • Spread the word: Notify neighbors door-to-door. Create and put up eye-catching posters everywhere (include photo, description, contact info). Post in local Facebook groups and community apps. Posters are crucial. Most escapes end up stuck up in a tree, unable to descend due to lack of flight experience. • If spotted: Never take your eyes off your bird. Stay patient and persistent; it will come down with time and coaxing (use food, toys, or calls). • Be diligent: A vast majority of domesticated escapees don’t survive without help. Starvation, freezing, or predators are common. Your efforts are their lifeline.
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Jennifer C.
2 months ago
Chapman Mills near what cross street?
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