Regurgitation in Birds
Tuesday November 11, 2008
In the human world, vomiting all over your date is not considered a pleasant end to a perfect evening -- but in the avian world, it could mean true love.
Regurgitation, perhaps one of the most perplexing bird behaviors, occurs when a bird throws up small amounts of food with the intention of feeding it to a loved one. Gross? Perhaps, to those who don't understand avian behavior. Normal? Absolutely! Learn all about this bizarre behavior in this short article on Regurgitation in Birds.
Does your bird like to regurgitate for you? Post a comment below to discuss your bird's behavior with other owners just like you!
Regurgitation, perhaps one of the most perplexing bird behaviors, occurs when a bird throws up small amounts of food with the intention of feeding it to a loved one. Gross? Perhaps, to those who don't understand avian behavior. Normal? Absolutely! Learn all about this bizarre behavior in this short article on Regurgitation in Birds.
Does your bird like to regurgitate for you? Post a comment below to discuss your bird's behavior with other owners just like you!
Comments
Once a year my Indian Ringneck “falls in love” with a small object, e.g. cellphone, feeding dish, and the like. He regurgitates all over the object and wants to be near it at all times. I am wise to his ways and always make sure that only washable objects are available to him to fall for. The first time this happened my cellphone was ruined forever. It is the most gross thing but now that I understand why it happens I live with it. Its only during “breeding” season…