Ekkie sits on perch with one foot up?

[shynook11]

What does that mean, she'll just sit in her cage with one foot up to her chest? She is not aggressive and doesn't do it all the time....so I was wondering why she does it? She's not hurt.

 

[Spiritbird]

Most birds will sit with one foot tucked into their body to keep it warm or get some relief from the pressure of perches. I have a platform in my cage for that purpose. If you have looked at the bottom of her foot and it looks ok it may not be a concern.

http://petcareeducation.com/bird/bird-standing-on-one-foot/

 

[2Birds3Kids]

Ekkies do this when they are relaxed. This is a real compliment to you that she is comfortable enough to do that. If she relaxes enough like that she will even close her eyes and take a nap.

 

[afisher1120]

Ekkies also sleep with one foot tucked up. Like was mentioned previously, they do that when they are relaxed as well.