New owner of Blue Crown in SE Ohio

Hi everyone! Just purchased my 2nd bird ever - my first was a green cheek that I had 5 yrs ago or so (she was killed in a household accident). Anyway, yesterday I bought a 2 yr old blue-crown off CL for $300, which includes a huge cage. I guess I should've researched the blue crown's a little, cuz this guy is big and loud! However, I have already made some progress and he has been letting me pet his beak a little tonight (and even near his eye!) , but he also drew his first blood tonight too. Oh well, all part of the process. I have been reading stuff on the web today about the screeching and am just looking for some ideas on how to tone it down a bit (if possible). Should I just ignore him, walk away, or leave the room when he screams, or should I try to soothe him? Also, I thought about covering his cage with a sheet when he screams, then uncovering when he stops. Do any of these ideas seem OK. Any other ideas? I know this move is brand new for him and I am not expecting miracles and am prepared to spend a lot of time with him. He definitely seems to like my wife more than me, but I assume that's because he was raised by a woman. Any ideas are greatly appreciated! Happy to have found this forum!!

Hello and Welcome! Congrats on your new addition!

What you are describing sounds like alarm calls. Like you said, your bird just arrived, nothing is familiar, he'll need a chance to adapt to his new home and family. Here's a link with some great tips on bonding.

http://www.parrotforums.com/general-parrot-information/49144-tips-bonding-building-trust.html