ANIMAL experts are still waiting to solve the mystery surrounding an exotic bird that was discovered this week.
A rare green parrot, which is believed to be an orange-winged Amazon, was found sheltering under a bush in the back garden of a house in Knightsbridge Gardens, in the West Park area of Hartlepool.

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It was originally thought the bird, which is worth hundreds of pounds, belonged to somebody in the area but it has since emerged that it could be one of several similar birds living wild that have been regularly spotted in Ward Jackson Park.

Several readers have contacted the Mail over the past few days claiming they have spotted up to half a dozen similar birds nesting in the popular park, and RSPCA officers have promised to try and visit the area to ensure the parrots are safe and well.

The parrot that sparked the story remains in the care of staff at the RSPCA centre in Great Ayton. More information here.