my african grey only talks when everyone is outside the living room. when we go in there he stops.... i am wondering why.
2007-03-25 07:48:54 · 7 answers · asked by cesare_x 1 in Pets ➔ Birds
Usually it is an embarassment issue- a lot of birds will go over making the noises and mumble/talk to themselves so they can practice and get it right. They are just insecure about making the right noises (to fit in with the group). It may take a bit, but eventually he will talk with you in the room- once his confidence goes up that he is saying the words correctly.
2007-03-25 07:53:47 · answer #1 · answered by D 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
They are a very shy bird,i have two and they are the same but they talk to each other a lot,sometimes it is also a notice me thing with them so you will go to them,a bit like a baby crying as soon as it is picked up it shuts up, they are a very clever bird and know you will go to them.
2007-03-25 08:20:46 · answer #2 · answered by lynda w 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Many talking birds do this to practice. Get him to say things with bribes of his favorite treat and he may just be motivated to show off. have a great day everyday.
2007-03-25 16:24:34 · answer #3 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are very shy birds, and they prefer to talk in front of the people they trust and love most.
2007-03-25 07:52:58 · answer #4 · answered by lola7737 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
probbably because they are lonely they like hearing the sond of voices so they just talk to them self, I think it needs more attention
2007-03-25 12:37:14 · answer #5 · answered by ernest t 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are shy birds,also they like to listen to other people talking if they are strangers.
2007-03-25 08:42:11 · answer #6 · answered by mother 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
he's keeping himself company
2007-03-25 12:41:20 · answer #7 · answered by Goldilocks 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋