Hello everyone,I'm seeking advice from experienced parrot owners or avian experts about my 4.5-year-old kakariki parrot. He weighs 65-70 grams and has been healthy overall, but since late December 2024, he's been exhibiting intense head bobbing, like nodding, at about 60 nods per minute. This happens frequently throughout the day, but there are no other changes: he's active, curious, responsive to stimuli, and has a normal appetite.As of October 2025, the behavior persists without significant changes. His environment is stable: room temperature 20-25°C (68-77°F), humidity 30-50%, no drafts. He sleeps 9-10 hours at night in a quiet, dark space. He takes baths every three days and flies freely in the room daily. Diet includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, greens, sprouted grains, Padovan Grandmix Parrocchetti seed mix for medium parrots, fresh water, mineral stone, and toys in the cage.
We had blood tests and X-rays done, which showed no abnormalities, and he completed a course of vitamins, but the head bobbing continues exactly as shown in the attached video. It's rhythmic and seems involuntary, but he's otherwise vibrant and playful. Has anyone seen this in kakarikis or similar small parrots? Could it be stress, a neurological issue, or something environmental? Any suggestions for further tests or management would be greatly appreciated!Thanks in advance for your insights.
We had blood tests and X-rays done, which showed no abnormalities, and he completed a course of vitamins, but the head bobbing continues exactly as shown in the attached video. It's rhythmic and seems involuntary, but he's otherwise vibrant and playful. Has anyone seen this in kakarikis or similar small parrots? Could it be stress, a neurological issue, or something environmental? Any suggestions for further tests or management would be greatly appreciated!Thanks in advance for your insights.
