The frequency of Kermit saying “Peek-a-Boo” has gradually increased a lot. Every morning, he will say “Peek-a-Boo” with his low volume cute little voice, expecting me to remove the cage cover.
Although the increasing frequency of hearing Kermit’s “Peek-a-Boo”, but he still hesitate to perform the amusing mimicry in front of other family audience. He’s indeed a shy performer.
Below is the video clip taken in the morning. Kermit appears to say “Peak-a-Boo” at video time 0:08, 1:05 and 1:14 respectively.
Kermit is so motivated into saying “Peek-a-Boo” this days. The increased frequency of these words might be the results of a game that I play with Kermit everyday. Like what Kermit says, “Peek-a-Boo” is the name of game.
How to play the “Peek-a-Boo” Game?
I will cover Kermit’s head with a small handkerchief and gently removing it, surprising him with my version of “Peek-a-Boo”. Sometimes, I do surprise him with my “Peek-a-Boo” when he’s quiet and behaving well in his cage. That’s my way to let him understand that whenever he’s quiet, he can expect to play a game of “Peek-a-Boo” with me.
Whenever I start playing “Peek-a-Boo”, Kermit’s pupils will dilate, pining in and out, that’s a sign of an excited parrot. He definitely enjoys and looking forward for this game and stimulated him in saying “Peek-a-Boo”.
I noticed from the day I introduced the “Peek-a-Boo” game, the problems of notorious screaming and contact calls from Kermit seem to improve.
bryan : Vasanthan: Although I've 2 parrots, but they are of 2 different species, Agapornis and Poicephalus. If I've a pair, I don't think I will want to move on with a breeding programme, furthermore it does require lots of effort and time.
Vasanthan : Since u have a pair , a girl and a boy, do you keep them in the same cage to promote breeding? when do they breed? age?
eunice : hi Bryan, thx for visiting me too! Enjoy ur weekend!
bryan : eunice: Thanks for the compliment And same goes to you, good luck to you too
eunice : hello! Lovely blog design All the best to u! «link»
bryan : Peiyun: Thanks. I love this picture too
Peiyun : I like the pic of Kiki puffing up on the cup!! so cute!!
bryan : Vasanthan: Thanks Vas. Well in fact you're not the only one mentioning keeping birds steal their freedom away. This might be the always the case, because household parrots gets cage out time. Kermit and Kiki are out of the cage most of time except during roosting time or when noboby is at home.
Vasanthan : This is an good post. i didn't like th idea of keeping birds as pets because i tot we were stealing their freedom. but this blog makes me think the other side of the argument. i kind feel ok since kermit and kiki are enjoying themselves
bryan : Guest 1272: I bought the chamomile tea bags from the supermarket. I'm sure there are different brands of chamomile tea bags in the market. Just be sure to read the labels that it only contains chamomile and no other items. There are some chamomile tea bag have extra ingredients like ginger spices or honey, try avoid these.
Guest_1272 : Hi there can i know where u bought your chamomile tea? are they also selling it here in Singapore. Thanks
bryan : Guest_1458: Not to pin point any, but I will say majority of the seed mixes in the market have too much Sunflower or Safflower Seeds.
Guest_1458 : Bryan, What commercial seed mixes are you referring to?
bryan : Angelrain: Well it's not unusual to hear parrot being vocal and makes noise. If the parrot doesn't utter a single noise, most probably it's a sign that the parrot is sick. Perhaps for new owners considering having parrots, can consider the quieter species (doesn't mean it will be perfect quiet, juz rarely vocalize and scream like cockatoos).
Angelrain : I agree with ya on them being vocal. My friend had one who makes noise for hours on end and I usually wonder what is wrong with it.
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