What is my cockatiel doing?

[lisascannell]

SO I have had my cockatiel for about three weeks! Lucy is a bird that was found and she is very friendly! When I give her love and attention sometimes she does this tiny little clucking sound, it's so soft and gentle, like a baby chicken, but she is shaking ever so slighty and has her bum in the air a little bit. Is she feeling hormonal or does she just love me?

 

[Mike17]

She's just enjoying the affection, Lisa. Our lutino does this when she's patted and scratched.

 

[lisascannell]

Oh thanks Mikey. well it's very cute. Rocky doesn't make those sounds when I pat him!

 

[Mike17]

Oh thanks Mikey. well it's very cute. Rocky doesn't make those sounds when I pat him!

lol Mikey's another dude, I'm plain Mike. Our males don't make any noises when scratched, either

 

[Maria_Metropolis]

My tiel makes a cricket sound, squats down and "nests" on my chest when he's entirely happy and relaxed.

 

[Blueridge]

It's just affection. You may notice he might regurgitate on you later on. Don't worry as this is a good thing; he just loves you.

Good luck & Happy Holidays!

 

[lisascannell]

Thanks everyone! Thanks for pointing that out Mike I will be able to tell you apart in future

 

[cassiepengo]

lucy found her mummy!! haha!! they do that when they feel safe and protected and loved. im so glad lucy found someone who cares for her.