Baby Ringneck Question

[calais_caprice]

Hello,

Just recently I have been hand raising a 6 week old ringneck. I was just curious when I speak or go near his cage he/she makes like a rumbling/purring sound. It is hard to explain. I wanted to know if it is affectionate or he wants me to go away lol.





Thanks.

 

[Auggie's Dad]

I'd suspect it is more likely affectionate, or at least a pleasant reaction: I suspect he is responding to you, perhaps some initial mumbling efforts to speak or communicate.

Of course it COULD be aggressive, but I suspect this would be obvious from other behavior: he would try to bite, be fluffed up, eyes pinning, etc.

Unless he is displaying all sorts of other aggressive signals I strongly suspect this is a pleasant sound.

 

[dakisgirls]

My ringneck makes a noise like that! And when I stick my finger in his cage after that he steps up, so I suspect it's an affectionate behavior as when he's moody and wants me to go away he will bark at me (Yes like a dog, I am not crazy!) and he will gently nip me. So I assume it's afffectionate and that theres nothing to worry about.

 

[Tumbala's Girl]

he will bark at me (Yes like a dog, I am not crazy!)

Dakisgirls - Your not crazy...Tumbala does the same thing...usually when there is a cat on my lap! LOL

C.C. I would have to agree with the previous posts. My conure makes some wierd noises sometimes but besides barking at the cats he always seems to be in a good mood when he is making them.

 

[calais_caprice]

Thanks for the replies. My ringneck has started to cheep and be more vocal. I am sure it is out of affection. I have started holding my parrot frequently. I am so attached!!! I have only had my baby for a week. <3

 

[antoinette]

Good luck with your ringneck !!!
Sounds like he/she is sure settling down.
Most birds make funny mumbling and purring sounds.
Guess they are just showing affection.
Enjoy your birdie time !!!
Take care