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Old 04-12-2007, 11:44 PM
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Originally Posted by CrazyforCockatiels View Post
I wonder what causes the cockatiel to have a thing for gnawing on wood. I wonder about the psychology of the activity and physiological needs that are met through this behavior.
It's not just cockatiels.... many parrots chew wood. In fact, I use 2x4 planks as one of the perches in my macaw's cages... they will chew right through them. It fights boredom, and keeps beaks trim and healthy.
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