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Plucking vs. Preening


GreenT

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I am a brand new African Grey Owner and am wondering how to watch out for signs of "plucking". I don't think she is at all, but I do notice she preens a lot. Can anyone tell me how to make sure (that she is preening and not plucking)? I've heard horror stories and I of course want to know more and what to watch for.

 

Also. On a side note - when do they start getting vocal? She is about 4 - 6 months old right now. This is her second day home and she has been pretty quiet. How and when do they usually start becoming vocal?

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I wouldn't worry about the plucking for now, she is still too young for that type of behavior but they do preen a lot, they like to have their feathers in proper order.

 

More than likely if you provide a proper diet and adequate attention to your grey, she probably will not pluck, I would not worry at this point. Just make sure her needs are met and you spend quality time with her and allow her some out of cage time.

 

She will start getting vocal any time now, but if you only brought her home a day or so ago, she is still aclimating herself to her new home and when she feels more comfortable she will start vocalizing.

 

Why don't you introduce yourself in the welcome room and tell us a little more about yourself and this grey.:)

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A grey this young shouldnt be plucking, to avoid plucking provide your grey with plenty of toys to play with & human interaction.Greys pluck for many reasons, poor diet, boredom, left alone for very long periods, change in circumstances . Greys preen alot so dont be worried about that, if it was plucking you would see large feathers that it had pulled out & bald patches.Small downy feathers are normal.

If it's only her second day with you she is still settling in .Give her time to familiarize herself wiht a her new environment, she will soon vocalize when she is feeling content.

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