Aggressive lovebird

[Tula the lutino lovebird]

New to this group , I have a lutino lovebird about a year and a half old . Is very aggressive . It has attacks me and bites and hold on . This is very painful and leaves bruises and scares me . She is not hand friendly and won’t even step up . She does engage with me in some positive ways . I owned to conures 40/years ago ( Patagonian & half moon ) both were hand tamed and never was bitten . Wonderful birds and loved the companionship . I am so upset that I am unable to have the same relationship with this bird . I got it at around 4 months old . I just need advice as I am at a loss how I can give his bird a wonderful life like I did my others .

 

[noel barnes]

This is normal due to Hormonal Changes, During the breeding season, hormonal changes can lead to increased aggression, especially in males who may become more aggressive. I have a few and will get back to loving my hands once the cycle is over.

 

[bonitabird59]

Aren't all love birds aggressive? Lol just kidding.
The bird might still be nervous about you, especially if its only been a few months.
Currently, many birds are hormonal and that can make them aggressive. Especially love birds. Make sure you are covering them for 10-12 hours daily so they are sleeping enough, and make sure you aren't providing any stimulus for the hormones (Nests, petting anywhere besides head/feet, other birds, fatty foods, etc). Good luck!