Brand new parrot owner

[Annie177]

Hi everyone,

I'm a completely new owner (had my barraband parrot for about a month now) so I have no experience whatsoever. I did my research and I think I'm doing pretty well, she is able to take food from my hand and lets me pet her, but occasionally she isn't in the mood and runs from me. I know I need patience, but I read about people bonding with their parrot in a month, and it's been a month for me. She flew next to me a few times (she's out of her cage most of the time) and it's always very exciting, since she doesn't let me touch her when she's out. I'm probably being impatient, there is definitely progress; but it's very slow.

I was wondering how I can teach her to step up? She only eats from my hand if I bring it close to her and there's nothing she likes too much that she would be willing to eat whenever it's near. Do I need to wait a bit more before teaching her? Any information that's not typically mentioned in guides or online (like personal experiences) would be incredibly helpful. Sorry for the long post!

 

[Flboy]

Hello and welcome to you!

 

[Gokha]

Have you tried giving her fruits? My Zazu isn’t crazy about nuts and seeds, but will do anything for a pear
I’m starting to train him now and I use clicker and a treat (pear in my case). Considering his young age, he’s doing pretty well with the step ups and flying to me (when in the mood).
Try researching on clicker training, hope it helps.
And don’t lose hope, it might take some time to bond, my cockatiel Walad is with me for 6 months now and only recently we’ve had a major breakthrough

 

[Annie177]

I have! But she sees them the same as seeds, nothing too special. I noticed she loves to nibble on corn though

 

[April12]

I had my Quaker for about 3 week's now and he is already stepping up. I first got him used to a stick and then moved my hand closer every time he stepped up until he put his feet on my finger. Once he is comfortable with being on your fingers try removing the stick and having him step up on just your fingers.

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[Annie177]

I had my Quaker for about 3 week's now and he is already stepping up. I first got him used to a stick and then moved my hand closer every time he stepped up until he put his feet on my finger. Once he is comfortable with being on your fingers try removing the stick and having him step up on just your fingers.

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That's a good idea, I'll try that. Thank you!

 

[Annie177]

Hi guys! I hope you're all doing well. I wanted to let you all know that she is completely comfortable sitting on my hand now! Thank you everyone!

 

[Scott]

Welcome and congratulations to parronthood!

You are quite correct, the bonding period lasts at least one month. You are clearly making much progress, this thread offers additional tips. Building trust and bonding is key to a long and beloved relationship: http://www.parrotforums.com/general-parrot-information/49144-tips-bonding-building-trust.html

Stepping up is a natural behavior, rewarding with a treat is highly effective. Small bits of walnut or almond are cherished by many parrots.

Never too early to introduce new and healthy foods! (not making assumptions of what you feed, just sharing what may be helpful!) http://www.parrotforums.com/parrot-...7-converting-parrots-healthier-diet-tips.html

 

[Ceri]

Hi guys! I hope you're all doing well. I wanted to let you all know that she is completely comfortable sitting on my hand now! Thank you everyone!

That's excellent news! Congrats!! We sure do love pics (hint, hint)

 

[Annie177]

Hi guys! I hope you're all doing well. I wanted to let you all know that she is completely comfortable sitting on my hand now! Thank you everyone!

That's excellent news! Congrats!! We sure do love pics (hint, hint)

Thank you! This one is after I came back after a few days (she was with my family) and she fell asleep next to my cheek https://ibb.co/wRFZqQt

And here's a video of her flying to my hand!
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[noodles123]

so good
yay!
adorable!

 

[AmyMyBlueFront]

I'd say that she seems pretty comfy with you Awesome! and a great job both of you!


Jim

 

[Ceri]

Thanks for sharing!! She looks pretty comfortable with you! She is stunning. I'm a complete sucker for a green bird!

 

[Laurasea]

That awesome! Flew right to yiu! Great job! I agree what abbess bird

 

[Laurasea]

Im confused, is this a Bee Bee parrot it also called a canary winged parrot ???
I see that you say barrabad but it looks like a bee bee...... but of course I dint know barrabsd parrots... do I hope you will tell us all about them!!!

 

[Inger]

That picture of her sleeping on your cheek would be a perfect fit for this month’s Photo of the Month contest!!

She’s darling.


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[wrench13]

The Superb parrot is sexually dimorphic, with the males showing the flashy multi-colors and the females being more or less all green. She is far too large to be a beebee ( Brotogeris) parrot.

 

[Rozalka]

Im confused, is this a Bee Bee parrot it also called a canary winged parrot ???
I see that you say barrabad but it looks like a bee bee...... but of course I dint know barrabsd parrots... do I hope you will tell us all about them!!!

She is a female barraband parrot (aka suberb parrot)

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[Laurasea]

The Superb parrot is sexually dimorphic, with the males showing the flashy multi-colors and the females being more or less all green. She is far too large to be a beebee ( Brotogeris) parrot.

Wrench, I just can’t say no just got a bee bee as anniversary’s gift
Hope yiu can give feeding advice

 

[Annie177]

That picture of her sleeping on your cheek would be a perfect fit for this month’s Photo of the Month contest!!

She’s darling.


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That’s so kind! I’m still pretty new to this forum so I wasn’t aware of a photo contest