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Question:

May 12, 2020

Parrotlet behavior


Rubbing on your female parrotlet in a playing way makes them hormonal. Does male parrotlets get hormonal from rubbing/playing on them?


Answer:

Hi David,

When petting your bird, regardless of its gender, it is best to stick to head scratches. When you pet your bird on the body, this send the message that you are a mate and triggers your birds hormones.

Thank you for asking Lafeber,

Brenda

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