Parrots thrive on social interaction, and one of the best ways to bond with your bird is through play. Interactive games not only provide mental and physical stimulation for your feathered friend, but they also bring joy, laughter, and stronger companionship. Here are some entertaining and enriching games to try with your bird: Peekaboo or
Turn Lazy Time into Playtime Encouraging your parrot to stay active is essential for their overall health. By introducing engaging games, stimulating toys, and dedicated play areas, you can motivate your “perch potato” to get moving and enjoy exercise. Top Ways to Encourage Physical Activity Use toys that inspire movement, like swings, ladders, vines, rings,
More Than Just Toys To your bird, toys are more than simple playthings—they’re tools for exploration, comfort, learning, and fun. Understanding how your bird interacts with toys helps you choose ones that keep them happy and mentally stimulated. Discovering Your Bird’s Play Style Observation is key. Pay attention to the types of materials, shapes, or
In the wild, a parrot’s daily routine is largely focused on survival—especially finding food. In captivity, however, this necessity is greatly minimized, leaving birds with excess free time. Without engaging, meaningful activities to fill that time, many parrots become bored, which often leads to behavioral problems such as screaming, feather plucking, and aggression, along with
The Value of Independent Play To help prevent dependency issues later in life, it’s essential to encourage independent play in young birds. Parrots introduced to a variety of safe toys—with different textures, colors, and shapes—tend to grow into more confident, curious, and independent adults. Many adult parrots who “don’t play with toys” were likely not
Why Exercise Matters for Parrots In their natural habitat, parrots spend hours each day flying long distances in search of food, finding mates, avoiding predators, and defending their territories. All of this activity provides them with vigorous aerobic exercise. The Benefits of Physical Activity Exercise and play aren’t just fun—they’re essential for your parrot’s physical,
