Ptolemy III (macaw)

Ptolemy III was a long-lived scarlet macaw. He'd been the beloved pet of Gladys Hatcher of Boston. When he was young, Gladys taught Ptolemy to read using the same flashcards her first-graders used, so he could both talk and read. Ptolemy enjoyed reading the newspaper lining his cage. While he didn't have the knowledge or experience to understand the news section, he did enjoy the sports and financial sections. His understanding of financial trends was such that Gladys started following his advice, establishing a healthy portfolio and wealth as a result. Ptolemy was fussy, preferring a regular, stable schedule.