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Lovebird Biting (Part 1)
Lovebird Biting
Just like any other parrot, lovebirds have
behavioral issues. Lovebirds are intelligent creatures and are
continuously challenging their owners in many ways. Some bite,
scream, chew, or pluck. Whatever the issue, it can usually be
worked out. Keep in mind that it is going to take some patience
and time. Any pet owner knows that success does not come
overnight. Like other animals, lovebirds require training and
teaching to be successful and obedient in their environments. A
little time and persistence is the key. Never get discouraged if
results are not immediate. Pet owners can get good results if
they put the proper time into molding their pets’ behavior.
Reasons Lovebirds Bite
Lovebirds bite
for many reasons. Some bite out of fear, others to protect their
territory, and some to get your attention. Whatever the reason,
it is important to analyze the problem from the birds
prospective. Just like people, birds can also get frustrated.
This frustration can bring them to express their moods through
biting or nipping. Though not all lovebirds will bite, most
owners will encounter getting bitten at least once or twice, some
on a regular basis. It’s important to understand that most
behaviors can be changed.
Bonded Biting
It should be noted that lovebirds can be very jealous. These
species mate for life. As a result, they tend to bite people
who they perceive as a threat to their relationship. This
can include family members or people the lovebird rarely sees.
This is why lovebirds can bite when a stranger or a family member
enters the room. Your lovebird is trying to tell you to stay
away. Keep in mind, lovebirds cannot talk or communicate
like we do, so the lovebird resorts to biting. In the
lovebird’s eyes, it’s hoping to distract you and remove you from
that environment.
In a lovebird colony, a jealous lovebird will be
quick to put its competitor in their place by using
aggression—family members or friends are not exempt.
Remedying
this problem takes time and persistence. The owner must show the
parrot that interaction with other people should not be looked at
as a threat. Letting the lovebird know that other people can be
enjoyable takes time. Have friends or family members interact,
pet, and feed the bird. If the lovebird’s aggression is
unbearable, gradually introduce the lovebird to a
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social
situation. Start by placing your lovebird on a stand when
company is present and encourage them to talk or offer treats
to the bird. This helps ease the parrot and subsides feelings
of jealousy. The bird will be focused on receiving attention
or food rather then fighting to keep people away from you.
Most lovebirds show aggression towards the beginning, but if
practiced, it will become routine and the lovebird will be
more open to letting others interact with it.
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