(He's lifting his head feathers to give Thomas better access.)This is usually a two-hand job, as Thomas will hold Rocky's beak with one hand and preen him with the other. This is for safety, as Rocky will occasionally nip.
Friday, August 27, 2010
Preening
Rocky's got new feathers coming in, so Thomas was preening him this morning. He reminds me of a lion with a mane when he does this:
(He's lifting his head feathers to give Thomas better access.)
This is usually a two-hand job, as Thomas will hold Rocky's beak with one hand and preen him with the other. This is for safety, as Rocky will occasionally nip.
(He's lifting his head feathers to give Thomas better access.)This is usually a two-hand job, as Thomas will hold Rocky's beak with one hand and preen him with the other. This is for safety, as Rocky will occasionally nip.
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This is funny!, My severe "Riley" does the same thing, however her nipping is just macaw growls and some beaking never a "pressure" bite. She has learned from most people who have handled her, that growls are more affective than a bite. She knows neither are affective on me. But I listen so she doesn't feel uncomfortable. BTW I love your blog
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