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The internet is full of animal comics, with cats and dogs, of course, dominating the scene (as they do). But birds don't often get the spotlight to preen their beautiful feathers in ink or paint. Well, Potatopato comics are here to fix this issue.
The artist, Cynthia, chose her own pet, a cockatiel named Buddy, as the focus of the comics. With playful, positive scenarios, she portrays what it feels like to have a parrot as a pet and showcases the joys and struggles of living with Buddy.
The artist's inspiration came from real life. "They are largely real incidents, based either on Buddy himself or experiences I've had with other birds in my life," Cynthia told Bored Panda.
With quite a following, the artist revealed that the reaction is overwhelmingly positive. "People tell me it helps them with depression and helps get them through bad days, and I'm grateful to be able to help" she said.
Scroll down to check them out, and hey, they might inspire you to get a cockatiel of your own. Don't forget to vote and comment on your favorite pieces!
Here's a picture of what Buddy looks like in real life
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What Do You Want
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Or Anything With Birds On It For That Matter
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... I Sits :3
The Laugh Fan 7 years ago
I love the way the cartoon 'suggests' the bird running to the water bowl! I can just hear the scrabbly little feet!
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Domestic Bird Photography At Its Finest
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Prickly Little Dinosaur ~
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He's Doing His Best
Eliane Prado 7 years ago
Oh, and when they sing at 2 A.M.? I think my neighbors want to kill me...
#9
They'll Never Find Me
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Sometimes I Feel Like Birds Are Just Little Feathered Cats
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Sometimes You Just Know...
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Let Me Out... Before I Sing The Song Of My People! ...*screams*
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Sometimes A Little Feather, Makes Everything Better
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Scritches Come To Those Who Wait
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Abort! Abort!!
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... You Did That On Purpose
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( ૢ⁼̴̤̆ ꇴ ⁼̴̤̆ ૢ)~ෆ
#18
Stop!
#19
Flying?
Just Carmen 7 years ago
Sadly, my little sweetie can't fly. She pulled out the flight feathers on one wing and they stopped growing back. It's all good though. She gets around like a trooper!
#20
A Healthy Poop Means A Healthy Bird!
#21
Cats Aren't The Only Ones
The Laugh Fan 7 years ago
My dog too - get glared at until someone picks it back up (usually my husband as he's the bigger mug!).
#22
Same
Carolina Ren 7 years ago
My paquito does this, I have to eat the veggies with him or he won't eat them.
#23
What Does Your Wet Birb Smell Like?
#24
Oh Well
Esther Wallace 7 years ago
It’s like a little pikachu https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQVuYfKdl3v-8KMi_LcmP4cPZkMnDfZDNltkRsRlbTs0JGch40I
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Why Nothing Gets Done
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All Within A Minute
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The “No-Bird-Videos-After-10pm” Rule Went Into Effect After Mars Filed Several Noise Complaints
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100% Meant To Do That
#31
“Freedom!!!” - Banana-Shaped Pellet
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Suspicion! *narrows Eyes*
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(・_・)
#34
Meet The Bird!
Just Carmen 7 years ago
Ah, the lifestyle of the loved cockatiel. I'm looking at it right now as I type this.
#35
Who Will Be Victorious?
PyroarRanger 7 years ago
"We've got Buddy with an intense pink blush, but Pikachu fights back with a red blush of equal intensity! Who will win?"
#36
Let Me Love You
#38
Can't Fight The Fluff
#39
Happy National Ice Cream Day! What's Your Favorite Flavor?
#40
Don’t Forget To Love Yourself
#41
Because A Bird Can Be So Much More! … Maybe
#43
What Do You Mean Only Figuratively?
#44
It’s A Bird! It’s A Pla-… Actually A Bird? And Not A Feather Out Of Place
#45
Show Me Your Fluffy Round Friends!
#46
I’ve Definitely Skipped More Than… One Day…
#47
“There Is No Millet, However High, I Cannot Reach” - Most Birds Probably
#48
It's... It's All Just A Bad Dream... Right??
#50
He Smells Like Pancakes With A Dab Of Syrup B
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๐·°(৹˃̵﹏˂̵৹)°·๐
Rachel Rosky 7 years ago
While attending grad school out of state I lived alone with my love bird so we were very well-bonded, but I'd come home for longer stretches of time during school breaks so of course I'd bring him with me to my parent's. Well, my dad has been an early riser all of life and made a habit of taking my lovie out of his cage and spending time with him every morning. Soon I had competition for my lovie's affection as he would love landing on my dad and just chilling with him. Picture a bald, bearded, 6ft, retired construction guy letting this little yellow bird climb all over him, nibbling as he goes. Needless to say, I didn't mind the competition at all.
#52
*yelling Intensifies*
Just Carmen 7 years ago
Oh, that call! She's got me trained well cause I come running every time I hear it.
#54
In Case Your Bird Is Looking To Switch His Style Up A Bit
#56
Well, Not Like You Had A Choice... >_>(But Don't Share Things They Shouldn't Eat!)
#57
Singing Loud For All To Hear At 6 Am Is Not Ideal For Spreading Cheer… Happy December!
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Woo As You May, But My Foot Will Never Return Your Feelings…
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And Only Scritch When His Highness Beckons
#61
To Those Who Celebrate It, Happy Thanksgiving!
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Based Off Cupcakelogic's Original "No Take Only Throw" Dog Comic!
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You Miss Every Shot You Don’t Take ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
#68
Somebody Is Due For A Bath(Actually It’s Probably The Both Of Us Now..*sneeze*)
#69
What If, It’s Not Just A Feather…. *spooky Music* :o
#70
“Can’t Scritch” Is Not An Acceptable Response
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Every Single Day
#73
Repeat After Me: I Am A Strong, Independent Bird...
#75
Also Known As “Phases Of A Sleeping Birb”
Much like Cynthia's comics that capture the daily adventures of Buddy the cockatiel, another artist named Sarah has brilliantly immortalized the quirky behaviors and unique personalities of her pet parrots. Her work resonates with anyone who shares their life with these feathered companions.
For those who appreciate the vivid portrayal of parrot life, Sarah's comics provide further insights into living with companion parrots.
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What do you think ?
Just Carmen 7 years ago
All of these are so true. Living with a bird is the best. ❤️ remmie-5b0...9b3180.jpg 
Evgeniya Khon 7 years ago
As a proud owner of 3 birds (2of whom are cockatiels) 1000 upvotes to this artist. Finally a pet comic I can relate to(^_^)!
Tiffany Zhu 7 years ago
I set down newspaper on the floor to collect the pellets and seeds that my bird flings. I swear, she aims for floor that hasn't been covered in newspaper.
Martha Meyer 7 years ago
While these are funny pictures I can relate to as a bird owner, it unfortunately looks like she is keeping just a single bird. Parakeets are very sociable and no matter how much you love your pet, you can't stand in for an actual fellow bird as a mate - especially not if you are off to work for long hours every day. I wish more people would consider this when getting a pet bird. Many countries now require birds to be sold in pairs for this reason.
Just Carmen 7 years ago
All of these are so true. Living with a bird is the best. ❤️ remmie-5b0...9b3180.jpg
Evgeniya Khon 7 years ago
As a proud owner of 3 birds (2of whom are cockatiels) 1000 upvotes to this artist. Finally a pet comic I can relate to(^_^)!
Tiffany Zhu 7 years ago
I set down newspaper on the floor to collect the pellets and seeds that my bird flings. I swear, she aims for floor that hasn't been covered in newspaper.
Martha Meyer 7 years ago
While these are funny pictures I can relate to as a bird owner, it unfortunately looks like she is keeping just a single bird. Parakeets are very sociable and no matter how much you love your pet, you can't stand in for an actual fellow bird as a mate - especially not if you are off to work for long hours every day. I wish more people would consider this when getting a pet bird. Many countries now require birds to be sold in pairs for this reason.
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