A FAMILY is appealing for help to find their pet.

Six-year-old Chocky, a small grey cockatiel, escaped from his family's home in Almond Court, Shildon, on Monday.

The bird, which loves to wolf whistle and sing along to the theme tune of Coronation Street flew off across a field opposite the house off Spout Lane.

Stephen Nicholson, 31, and parents Cath and Eddie have put posters appealing for help in shops around the town and neighbouring streets.

Anyone who has seen Chocky can call Mr Nicholson on (01388) 774337.