I know this is a typical issue with parrots. The same issue is with my Alex. It's pretty lively when its caged. As soon as it sits on the hand it makes small "baby sounds" rather than the sounds it makes when its in the cage. any tips on to making it talk on my hand? Reminder - it is a fully weaned alex that 6 months old. I have had it for 5 days now. sits on my hand, and now lets me pet it.