Wildly enthusiastic and noisy play with a toy, which might be banged around the cage; often accompanied by much growling and screaming and wing flapping. This often leads inexperienced owners to believe the bird is injured, trapped or being harmed.
This is a healthy, normal energy expenditure for a parrot (especially a youngster), and it should not be discouraged. It is, after all, preferable for a bird to expend normal aggression and excess energy toward a toy than the human anatomy. Experience will teach the owner what are the sounds of happy, raucous play and what are the sounds of a bird that is injured, trapped or being harmed.
Nothing except enjoy the show!
Disclaimer: BirdChannel.com’s Bird Behavior Index is intended for educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace the expertise and experience of a professional veterinarian. Do not use the information presented here to make decisions about your bird’s health if you suspect your pet is sick. If your pet is showing signs of illness or you notice changes in your bird’s behavior, take your pet to the nearest veterinarian or an emergency pet clinic as soon as possible.