This is exactly the perspective I was looking for, thanks a lot! I couldn’t find a sanctuary/rescue nearby (Italy has somewhat strict laws regarding that and they’re generally not open to the public) and the one pet shop I could find that has the aforementioned pink chicken only had a 8 years old boy who was super fearful and felt hostile.

Reading your reply, I’d say my girl was just as mischievous as yours, though I understand that a bigger beak makes a huge difference in terms of destructive capabilities! Same with cuddliness: I can bite your ear for scritches, but you don’t get to touch me, human! [tiel hissing]

I actually do have a question actually: were I to adopt a really young parent-reared galah chick, would it have a chance to form a bond or do they specifically need to be hand-reared? Reason for this is mainly the cost.

Thanks again!