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Thanks birdhouse. I thought of hormones but heard that should occur at 5 or 6 years of age. I'm just trying to be patient and let her have her space but it's really hard since we used to be very close. Guess it's just a stage. Thanks for the advice!

Need some advice about Taco, our 3 1/2 year old CAG. She (we think) has been a very sweet bird since we brought her home with only the occasional bites and nips. But...the past few days she has turned into Evil Taco, biting me on the lip when we play "kisses" and chasing me around to stike at my arm or leg. She plays well with my husband and decided to bite him this morning too. Nothing has changed - same food, same routine, same toys. I have been leaving the room when she does this and coming back to reengage her after a short period of time. Could this be a teenager behavior?

Thank you so much!

Just noticed a flea issue in our house. They are tiny so it's just starting. Can Greys be affected by fleas?

Oh great! You guys confirmed what I was afraid of - Taco played the "let's see how many times mommy will come if I make noise in the middle of the night" game! She's always been such a quiet one at night! We've been Taco's parronts for her entire life - waited for her to hatch, then went to the pet store every day to feed formula while being weaned. We will post pix as soon as possible! Thanks so much - I've been at work worrying all day.

My husband and I are the proud owners of Taco, an African Grey. She is 2 1/2 years old and happy and healthy. She sings, whistles, talks and plays. When we put her in her cage at night and cover her, she becomes silent - all night. Last night, she was extremely active - swinging on her rope (with a very loud bell), ringing the other toys, singing, etc. Worried, I got up a few times - even took her out of the cage once. She did the "happy bird butt" dance and the "happy bird head bobbing" thing but was so active, we are concerned. Is there an age or time period where Taco just won't want to sleep? Or should we be concerned? She was "normal" this morning. Lauren:confused: