Quaker Scratching?

[MamaBirdie]

Recently my Quaker Howie (assumed boy) has been going inside of his sleeping hut and scratching at the bottom of it and making clicking noises for long periods of time.

I read that African Greys do this when they’re looking to nest, but does it also apply to Quaker Parrots? I wanted to call to get a vet opinion but - as helpful as they are - they usually tend to assume the worst and believe that something is wrong. So, I was just wondering before I called them: Is this normal Quaker Parrot behavior? He’s about 12 years old. Thank you in advance for any information/advice!

 

[Zara]

Welcome to the Avenue Christina

I think so. I remember @CrazyBirdChick ´s bird doing something similar, and would create huge nests.

Edit, sorry, I think her bird was actually female (Proven by egg, but DNA tested male).

 

[Mizzely]

Chicken scratching is what I call it! I believe it is more about "cleaning the nest" as it would kick out debris My male quakers and male Jardine's all have done it