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Only These Birds Can Learn to Talk

January 11, 2022 by Talia

Without a doubt, a large number of pet bird owners would love to teach their birds to talk, but how realistic is this? Is it possible for every species of parrot, cockatoo, and conure out there to learn to mimic human sounds?

The short answer is that most species of pet birds cannot learn to talk. There are, however, many very intelligent pet birds who can learn to mimic human sounds, and these can include cockatoos, macaws, conures, greys, eclectus parrots, and others.

How do I Teach My Pet Bird to Talk?

The first thing you need is to decide which specific words or sounds you want your pet bird to learn. A good place to start is with the names of family members and yourself, as well as words that would be part of a very basic vocabulary such as “hello,” “good morning,” and “I love you.”

You’ll need to decide on a reward system. While some birds are motivated by social attention, consider that many will not be as responsive if you are sitting in front of them saying “hi” over and over again for an extended period of time.

Instead, use treats or other forms of positive reinforcement to show your pet bird that his effort is being noticed. Ideally, you would start to say the words after giving your bird a treat so that they learn this is what should be done in order to get their reward.

While saying the words, continue using positive reinforcement by giving your pet bird another treat or toy. Do not try to force them into talking if they are unwilling — while one person may be able to teach their pet how to say 20 phrases, another might only get one or two.

How Long Does it Take to Teach a Pet Bird to Talk?

This really depends on your bird’s individual personality, its species of bird, and the time you are able to dedicate toward training. One thing is for sure — there are no shortcuts. Teaching your pet how to talk will take commitment on your part, but it can be very rewarding.

In conclusion, not every pet bird will be able to learn to talk, but many can if you are patient, consistent, and willing to put in the time.

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