Grey help?

[Yagyu]

My grey has recently started to go top of his cage and scratching with one of his leg (posted a video) man its annoying when she is doing this its it common that greys do this she is 6 months old

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[Brodie]

I think she just wants to come out, maybe she is bored, do you let her out?

 

[Yagyu]

yes everyday

 

[Brodie]

For how long? what diet does she have?

 

[Yagyu]

shes on mainly pellets harrisons hagen zupreem with bit of seed now and again let her out 2 hours a day

 

[Yagyu]

also noticed her feathers on each side are like on the pictures shown that's the extent of the wear or damage

 

[Brodie]

Have you owned parrots before?
I'm thinking the feathers are just from rubbing against the cage bars maybe but if anyone else has any ideas?
Maybe try feeding some fruits and veggies as well. And possibly not so much seed, especially sunflower its very fattening. Also try giving some more toys or something to keep her entertained when you can't have her out. If possible have her out for longer. I have my ekkie out with me whenever I'm around, which is alot, probably a good six to eight hours a day, unless the dog is inside, which isn't too often. I also take her outside on her harness, but be super careful if your going to try this. Especially if your in a country where birds may be prey for much bigger birds. Which isn't a problem where I am. I honestly just think she is bored. My mums Alex does this when she wants to come out of her came when mum gets home from work at night.

 

[getwozzy]

Looks like she wants out.

How often do you bathe her?

 

[Yagyu]

bathe her every 2 days

 

[getwozzy]

I would say give her some fresh fruits and veggies (like a 1/4 cup) twice a day- morning and afternoon or evening, also more out-of-cage time... Does she have any playstands she can play on while she's out?

Here's a list of safe vs. toxic foods
http://www.parrotforums.com/parrot-...afe-fresh-foods-toxic-food-lists-sprouts.html

Also, give her some foraging toys and maybe some puzzle toys
http://www.parrotforums.com/parrot-toys/42158-what-s-your-birds-fav-foraging-toy.html