Licking?????

RyCockatoo

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Feb 27, 2012
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Liberal KS
Parrots
1 Scarlet Macaw named Chloe
Ok whenever I go over to Chloe's cage and try to get her to step up on me she will put one foot on my arm and then start to lick my arm all over o_O. I have no idea what she is doing, but I seem to taste good lol. She doesnt bite or nip, just licks my arm lol. So do any of you know what this behavior is? Also she wont ever get all the way on my arm, just the one foot. Is she testing me out to make sure Im ok to stand on?
 

JJones1719

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Mar 9, 2011
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MD
Parrots
7 Year old SI Eclectus named Guapo, I have a 6 year old GW Macaw named Neleno
Yes, this is the way Macaw and parrots kiss and show affection to you. She just loves you that's all. Thanks joe
 

BillsBirds

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Jan 9, 2012
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Largo, Florida
Parrots
Timneh African Grey (Bailey), Lovebird (Elvis)
Yes, our birds do seem to taste us. Plus, also she needs to feel that your arm is a stable perch. So, try to hold still & steady until she learns that you'll support her.
 

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