A STRAY cockatiel was rescued along South Denes Road in Great Yarmouth last Friday.The bird was discovered by a passing motorist perched by the side of the road during a heavy downpour.

A STRAY cockatiel was rescued along South Denes Road in Great Yarmouth last Friday.

The bird was discovered by a passing motorist perched by the side of the road during a heavy downpour.

Retrieved and placed in an empty box, it was in a bedraggled state and had a number of feathers missing.

The cockatiel is now fully recovered and being looked after by Anne Hobson who is hoping to reunite it with its owner

Anyone who thinks the bird may belong to them should ring Ann on 01493 661890.