Parrot behavior is very complex, much like that of a two year old child.
You have to learn to think like a parrot.
Interacting with your parrot is extremely important to instill good parrot behavior.
Getting to know your parrot's body language and what it's trying to say to you is beneficial to both you and your feathered friend:
Reading your parrot's behavior and body language will be one of the best ways to start your relationship which can last more than 20 years.
So where do we start in understanding body language and parrot behavior? Parrots are like fingerprints in that each is unique.
Consequently, it's usually better to start with the basics and build a solid foundation.
Don't mistakenly think that parrot behavior is like that of a dog or cat.
Parrots are extremely individualistic, moody and endearing.
What are the signs when your parrot doesn't want to be touched? This is something you want to learn quickly to avoid being painfully bitten.
The best thing is to know your parrot's behavior and the body language.
When their eyes are pinning it's best to leave them alone until they mellow out.
Parrots bite out of fear, when defending their territory, or when they're just plain angry.
Why would your parrot become angry or agitated? It could be because they want to be left alone.
But it can also be because you want to put them down and they want more attention.
It could also be because you didn't immediately respond to something they wanted from you, such as being petted when they are on your lap.
The following may be signs that your parrot is angry or agitated:
Let your parrot calm down until you observe a change in behavior.
Parrots are generally happy 90% of the time if they are in a loving home and have a good quality cage offering a comfortable environment with plenty of toys.
Parrots read people's emotions and respond to them.
If you are angry, your parrot may likely bite.
If you are relaxed in front of the TV, they are going to relax and settle down too.
And when you laugh, your parrot may just join you.
Sometimes parrot behavior and body language is very straight forward as to what your parrot wants and what it needs.
Other times you have to read its body language and watch how your parrot behaves to make figure out what it wants.
Interpreting and observing parrot behavior and body language is the best way to communicate with your parrot.
Knowing your parrot's behavior is the road to a healthy, productive relationship that will be satisfying for both you and your parrot.
You have to learn to think like a parrot.
Interacting with your parrot is extremely important to instill good parrot behavior.
Getting to know your parrot's body language and what it's trying to say to you is beneficial to both you and your feathered friend:
- Keep eye contact when communicating.
- Speak to your feathered friend as you would a child.
- Label objects when you speak, such as a toy.
- Be patient.
- Follow physical cues.
- Pay attention and watch for responses.
Reading your parrot's behavior and body language will be one of the best ways to start your relationship which can last more than 20 years.
So where do we start in understanding body language and parrot behavior? Parrots are like fingerprints in that each is unique.
Consequently, it's usually better to start with the basics and build a solid foundation.
Don't mistakenly think that parrot behavior is like that of a dog or cat.
Parrots are extremely individualistic, moody and endearing.
What are the signs when your parrot doesn't want to be touched? This is something you want to learn quickly to avoid being painfully bitten.
The best thing is to know your parrot's behavior and the body language.
When their eyes are pinning it's best to leave them alone until they mellow out.
Parrots bite out of fear, when defending their territory, or when they're just plain angry.
Why would your parrot become angry or agitated? It could be because they want to be left alone.
But it can also be because you want to put them down and they want more attention.
It could also be because you didn't immediately respond to something they wanted from you, such as being petted when they are on your lap.
The following may be signs that your parrot is angry or agitated:
- Crouching with their head down.
- Eyes pinning.
- Puffed up.
- A flared tail.
- Weaving from side to side.
- Hissing
Let your parrot calm down until you observe a change in behavior.
Parrots are generally happy 90% of the time if they are in a loving home and have a good quality cage offering a comfortable environment with plenty of toys.
Parrots read people's emotions and respond to them.
If you are angry, your parrot may likely bite.
If you are relaxed in front of the TV, they are going to relax and settle down too.
And when you laugh, your parrot may just join you.
Sometimes parrot behavior and body language is very straight forward as to what your parrot wants and what it needs.
Other times you have to read its body language and watch how your parrot behaves to make figure out what it wants.
Interpreting and observing parrot behavior and body language is the best way to communicate with your parrot.
Knowing your parrot's behavior is the road to a healthy, productive relationship that will be satisfying for both you and your parrot.