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Lorikeet adoptive mama - first bird, advice appreciated!

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Hi all. I'm Rachael, this ^ is Piko. I know he's at least 2 years old, I adopted him as he needed rehoming about 3 months ago.

He's an eternally horny, whistley, "beep"y bird who might call you names if you come round unannounced. Loves paper towels and plastic bags (this is a trait developed with his previous owner, I think, which I'm trying to discourage). He has a lot of feather barbering which I hope baths and foliage will help with.

I am doing my best to target train him but he has trouble keeping focus, I'm always on the lookout for new treats to keep him entertained.
 

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Welcome Rachel and Piko. He is very cute!
 

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great! I love him! i also have a rainbow lorikeet so just ask me if you have any questions :)
 

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Welcome to the Avenue Rachael and Piko! 1.welcome signs.gif


He has a lot of feather barbering which I hope baths and foliage will help with.
Introducing more foraging opportunities can sometimes help with birds that barber as it keeps their minds entertained in something else. Good luck :)
 

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Welcome, and enjoy the site!
 

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Welcome to the forum! Such a pretty bird!
 
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