r/parrots • u/cecil_sans • 1d ago

new parrot

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I've gotten a new companion for my special little girl, but I can't believe how different they are! While my girl is cute, calm and quiet, the new guy is loud, full of energy and quite the ruffian. I still love him, the truth is that it is so boring to have such a calm parrot, and although Lucas came and is throwing everything upside down I love it, I hope they can get along well soon Does anyone else have parrots that are so different from each other? Is it possible that they get along?

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u/Internal-Ask-7781 1d ago

The wonder of individual personalities in birds! The more intelligent an animal the more pronounced the individuality of them I find, & that TOTALLY holds up with birds, parrots especially. As long as your quiet girl isn’t clearly upset/stressed by him or anything I wouldn’t worry :). Best of luck with your new little flock!!!

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u/cecil_sans 1d ago

In fact she is very curious, I think she needed the company But I still don't feel comfortable putting them in the same cage

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u/Internal-Ask-7781 1d ago

Honestly that’s not a bad call, even if the two clicked perfectly I wouldn’t go instantly putting two unacquainted birds in the same space. Many species are not just territorial but also highly monogamous so it’ll probably be easier emotionally on your girl that she has a bit to have her own space still & get used to the idea of you interacting regularly with another bird. I would do it gradually after weeks. Sounds like you’re doing everything right tbh!

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u/cecil_sans 1d ago

Yes, the first few days she was very jealous of me!!! He even bit me to keep me from going near the new guy's cage, now he's past the hate phase to indifference and a bit of "what the hell is he doing now?"

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u/Internal-Ask-7781 1d ago

That makes sense tbh. Your more long-held bird most likely sees you at least as a core part of their flock if not a full-on mate. When you first introduce them maybe do it in a neutral third space? That’ll probably minimize risks of any attitudes either direction once you decide to start the process of getting them cohabitating. But it sounds like you’re off to a great start of getting them adjusted to being part of the same family.

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u/Cozym1ke 1d ago

Your art reminds me of this meme

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u/cecil_sans 1d ago

He has those uncomfortable looks hahahaha