We have a parrot; they are really amazing animals and we&#x27;ve had people ask us about getting one after they&#x27;ve visited ours.  People really underestimate how much work and knowledge is required to take care of one.  The longer lived species can live 60+ years, and they require an enormous amount of attention and enrichment to help keep the mentally and emotionally healthy.  He may just want to spare a bird from the harm of being bought by someone who is unprepared to properly care for it.