These parrots are often nervous and may show aggression towards their mates and other birds - particularly during the breeding season. This is a normal behavior. They tend to be erratic breeders. Many Senegal parrots, Meyer’s parrots, etc are easily aroused and present very impressive eye pinning often accompanied by high pitched whistles or sounds. Faster moving than the Cape parrot the smaller Poicephalus parrots are more inclined to participate in boisterous play activities. Toys are a must for a Senegal parrot.

Parrots often grind their beaks when they are content or sleepy. This being said, some pairs present few problems. Breeding Senegal Parrots in captivity presents several challenges and is, therefore, best left to the more experienced breeders. The Senegal parrot inhabits a large range in west Africa, migrating within its range... Care & Feeding. Personality & Behavior. Senegal Parrot Native Region / Natural Habitat. Beak Clicking. This behavior likely functions in keeping the beak trim and sharp. Male Senegal parrots usually tend to have a bolder personality, which can even become aggressive during breeding season. You are most likely to see this behavior at the parrot’s bedtime. This is not a reliable way to tell gender, as some female Senegals … Some cockatoos and cockatiels rub … To avoid aggression problems, it is very important to properly socialize the parrots while they are young.