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2conures

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My conure does this little move where he grabs his tail feathers when he’s happy… it’s adorable, but I’m wondering if it’s a common thing. I hope the video I posted shows up ok…
 

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I'm very sorry, 2conures, your video is not showing up :( Perhaps the tutorial in the link below may help you? The first part is regarding posting a video from a computer, and if you scroll further down there are tips about how to post a video from your phone...


Hope this helps!
 
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I'm very sorry, 2conures, your video is not showing up :( Perhaps the tutorial in the link below may help you? The first part is regarding posting a video from a computer, and if you scroll further down there are tips about how to post a video from your phone...


Hope this helps!
Thanks for letting me know!! I’ll try it that way.
 

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My conure does this little move where he grabs his tail feathers when he’s happy… it’s adorable, but I’m wondering if it’s a common thing. I hope the video I posted shows up ok…
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It does not look normal to me honestly. It appears something is bothering his leg. Can he stand up straight and walk around without twitching his leg?
 
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It does not look normal to me honestly. It appears something is bothering his leg. Can he stand up straight and walk around without twitching his leg?
He can stand and walk normally. He does this when he’s sitting with us, occasionally. It seems like he does this when he’s relaxed.
 

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If anything, I would suggest it looks like he is perhaps a little "too" happy, in a sexual way, which is not particularly desirable. I would avoid touching him around his tail as it would appear that he is responding to your touch and further stimulating himself by grabbing his tail. I've had hen cockatiels do similar things with their tails in the past. Touching or stroking a bird anywhere other than the head and neck can have unfortunate consequences when we are unable to meet those needs as it can easily lead to frustration in the bird and aggression may very well result.
 

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He can stand and walk normally. He does this when he’s sitting with us, occasionally. It seems like he does this when he’s relaxed.
It's strange never seen this. Have you touched and inspected his little leg to see if there is anything unusual? Best to mention to your vet on the next checkup just to make sure.

Seeing LaManuka's comments, that's remind me of my Senegal used to do that too but only the tail not the leg that's why I am a little bit worry about his leg.
 
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If anything, I would suggest it looks like he is perhaps a little "too" happy, in a sexual way, which is not particularly desirable. I would avoid touching him around his tail as it would appear that he is responding to your touch and further stimulating himself by grabbing his tail. I've had hen cockatiels do similar things with their tails in the past. Touching or stroking a bird anywhere other than the head and neck can have unfortunate consequences when we are unable to meet those needs as it can easily lead to frustration in the bird and aggression may very well result.
Interesting!! I never realized they would respond like that. He definitely seems provoked when my daughter strokes his back. I’ll have to explain that he could get a little frustrated ( she’s only 10….not sure how in-depth I will go). Thanks, it makes sense.
 

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o agree looks like self simulation!"
Every critters does find a way, breeding season along mine find ways..
But if it happens a lot, make sure you are not petting back. Only head . Tge wrong kind if cuddling makes them turned on
 

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