Disappointed

[Ollie13]

Hi all I'm just writing because I'm quite disappointed that my last two posts got over 100 views combined and no one has responded. I posted my question on two different threads. Does anyone with an eky know the answer? Thanks

 

[RavensGryf]

Well, what I think it could be is that sometimes people don't really have an answer to questions. Especially to unique or species specific questions (I don't know what you wrote so I'm not referring to a specific post of yours). The majority of people on here aren't "experts", so perhaps no one who knew was here to answer.
Also, sometimes when the forum is really busy, so many new threads come pouring in that threads posted previously just keep getting pushed down farther on the list where no one sees them.

Don't worry, it happens to everyone at times

 

[MikeyTN]

I just replied in your post! Be patient when waiting for a response, there was a earlier post of someone saying the same thing about not getting responses. There's people that's not members that's looking at your post as well but they can not reply unless they're members. Also there's a time difference between your time and other places. If you need it to be answered, try to bump it up during busy time in the forum which is around US time mainly around 7am-6pm There's only so many members that's here this late at night here my time.

 

[Ollie13]

All I was after was the best advice I could get its just frustrating when you don't receive a response

 

[JerseyWendy]

All I was after was the best advice I could get its just frustrating when you don't receive a response

While waiting for a response, have you tried doing some "searches" on the forum? Many, if not MOST questions have come up at least once.

 

[Anansi]

Hey, Ollie13. I've responded to several of your posts before, but I wasn't aware of anything else from you out there. Why not post the link to the original thread so we can see which ones you're talking about?

 

[Anansi]

K, found one, at least: http://www.parrotforums.com/eclectus/41143-12-week-baby-eky-behaviour-please-help.html

 

[JerseyWendy]

You rock, Anansi!! Thank you.

 

[Betrisher]

G'day Ollie13,

I'm sorry you feel disappointed. I saw your posts and refrained from answering because I have never had an Eccie and I've never had a baby bird. I can't help you! If you were asking about Alexandrines, Galahs or Lovies, I'd be full of advice for you. LOL!

Many of our members who do have Eccies live in the northern hemisphere and are sleeping soundly when you and I are online. There can often be a twelve to twenty-four hour lag before you can expect to see responses, depending on what you ask and who's awake at the time you ask it. Not only that, because we're a 'Parrot' forum, that includes all species of hookbills, not just Eccies. Other owners will post about other species and your posts will go down the list and perhaps drop off at the bottom. This happens in all forums. The only thing a person can do about that is find the thread and post again in it to bump it to the top of the list. (Please note: forum guidelines do not allow you to post the same thread twice - the traffic is heavy enough as it is!

As other members have advised, you can search the forums for particular topics and find older posts that will probably contain the info you need. Or, you can watch out for another member who has an Eclectus and seems knowledgeable and send him/her a PM to ask your questions. That's probably the most efficient and speedy way to get an answer.

To anyone who has felt disappointed as Ollie13 has, please remember this is not an office or library of resources: it's simply a group of enthusiasts from wildly different backgrounds with a wide variety of experiences and expertise. There will be times when nobody knows the answer to your question. Other times, a dozen people might chime in with suggestions. One thing I do know is that those who post a lot are the ones who get the most responses because they become known to other members. I'd ask you all to be patient and just keep posting: an answer will be forthcoming eventually. After you've posted 20 times, you can use PMs to contact members with more experience and ask your questions directly.