Advice needed

I purchased a 13 year old yellow crown a week ago. My first advice to my family was for everyone to talk to him. I had previously had a Quaker who absolutely HATED my adult sons, and would go into attack mode every time they visited, so I didn't want a repeat of that! As luck would have it, it is ME the zon doesn't like. Other family members can pet him, and he has even stepped up on the shoulder of my son. When I approach, however, he turns the other way and walks off! Last night he even bit me when I tried to put his feed in. Will this always be the case, or what can I do to acclimate this bird so he will like me?

Hey and welcome to the forum. You're off to a good start by joining the forum and learning about life with an amazon. Thank you for giving a older.zon a chance with a new family. You can use the search features and research topics of interest. Of course ask questions and we'll be glad to help.
Socialize, socialize And more socialization. You're right in getting everyone involved. Now while everything is new is the time yo make changes. Get him a small travel cage and take him places and include him in as much daily activities as you can. He may pick a favorite person but if he can make more than one friend then the rest will be much easier. If you are the least favorite person then I'd suggest not interacting with him when the more favorite people are around. You don't want him to have to make a choice between you and another. Maybe have a favorite treat that he only gets from you. When he does show interest in you, walk away before he has enough of your attentions. Leave him wanting more from you. When he decides to let you pet him, stop before he bites to say "I've had enough.". When he steps up, quickly have him step back down. Don't make step up mean you're taking him somewhere he doesn't want to go or do. Don't be intimidated by him and learn to avoid the bites. I could write a book here but will try not to and let some others chime in. Thanks again for giving an older bird a chance. Even if you two are off to a bad start doesn't mean it has to stay that way. It can be fixed. Now is the time to do it. Get involved with him. Be outgoing, confident and fun. A good leader. If he shuns you act like he's the one missing out. Good luck and post some pic/vids and stories.

The biting you when you went to change his food dish.....we call that "cage aggression".Actually it's him defending his "safe spot", his home. Get him into a nuetral setting. Sonewhere away from his cage. Most of us use a portable stand or a training table. Make a simple stand you place near his cage so he can explore it on his own. Give him a treat/reward when he uses it. Also use a stick/perch to have him step up on. When he's comfortable on the stand move it away from his cage while he's on it. Maybe carry him around with you while doing different activities around the house. The point being get him out of his comfort zone where he can learn to interact with you instead of needing to defend his home. I would have everyone use the step up stick. The favorite people can help break the ice for your interactions with him. I'd also keep shoulders off limits until you can better trust him. They like shoulders because you can't reach them easily and they feel more in control of their situation. Something you need to teach him to rely on you for. It will take work on everyones part butnit can be done. Also check out the "sticky" above about "reading amazon body language" .

Guess i pissed the OP off. Don't you hate when you spend so much effort in responding, posting the same things over and over and the OP doesn't respond to your efforts. Oh well , maybe it will help some other readers.

Opps, missed the OP thanked me.My bag.

i think your advice was very helpful..lol

Don't you need a new nape? I know of several good rescue napes in our area. (i'm just across the skyway from you) Sorry to hear of the loss of your buddy.

Sorry I haven't written more. I really do appreciate the advice! I read the posts to my family so we are all on board with what we need to be doing. Buddy is doing better, although the two of us still have a ways to go. He has a new play station and has ventured out on it today. We are gradually learning his likes and dislikes. It is just a matter of patience, I think. Thanks again!

Things are progressing as Buddy adapts to our household. However, I simply do not understand this guy! Although he has let me pet him a few times, usually he walks the other way when I approach him. I try to spend time talking to him, feeding him, and bonding. Most results are unsuccessful. Today my sister came to visit and he went right to her and stepped up on her arm! As a matter of fact, he has gone to all the family members except for me! Any ideas why this is happening?