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The behaviour is very much like a Russian pysop or bot

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-Crayola colored pencils that are named anything but the color they are (all of which I have slowly been "borrowing" from someone over the course of several months)

-Keychains. LOTS of keychains. Lots.

-Reactions pics (I can't articulate my intense emotions verbally or with facial expressions very well)

Green parrots are among the most popular pet birds worldwide, admired for their striking plumage, playful nature, and, most importantly, their ability to talk. But do all green parrots talk? If so, how well can they mimic human speech? Let's learn about green parrots that talk.

Do Green Parrots Have the Ability to Talk?

Yes! Many species of green parrots can talk. Parrots, in general, are known for their ability to mimic human speech and various sounds. However, not all green parrots possess the same level of talking ability. Some species are excellent talkers, while others may only learn a few words or sounds.

Which Green Parrots Are the Best Talkers?

Several green parrot species are well known for their speech abilities. Here are some of the best green parrots that can talk:

1. Amazon Parrots

One of the best talkers among green parrots.

They can develop a large vocabulary and even speak in clear, meaningful sentences.

Yellow-naped Amazons are particularly famous for their speech abilities.

2. Indian Ringneck Parrots

They have a clear and crisp voice, making them excellent talkers.

They can learn multiple words and phrases if trained well.

They start speaking as early as 6-8 months old.

3. Monk Parakeets (Quaker Parrots)

Known for their strong talking abilities.

They can develop a large vocabulary and mimic human voices effectively.

They are intelligent and social, which helps in learning speech.

4. Eclectus Parrots

Although not as commonly green as others, male Eclectus parrots are bright green and excellent talkers.

Their voice is very human-like, making them easy to understand.

5. Budgies (Green Budgerigars)

Small in size but can learn an impressive number of words.

Some budgies have been recorded speaking over 1,000 words!

They have a softer voice compared to larger parrots but can still mimic speech well.

How Do Green Parrots Learn to Talk?

Green parrots learn to talk through imitation and repetition. Here’s how they develop their speech abilities:

Listening and MimickingParrots are excellent at picking up sounds from their surroundings.They often mimic words and phrases they hear frequently.

Repetition and ReinforcementRegular exposure to the same words helps parrots learn speech better.Rewarding them with treats when they repeat words correctly encourages learning.

Interaction and SocializationTalking to your parrot regularly helps improve their speech.Parrots that are spoken to more frequently develop better verbal skills.

Emotional ConnectionParrots tend to remember words associated with emotions.If they receive attention and affection when saying a word, they are more likely to repeat it.

How to Train a Green Parrot to Talk

Training a green parrot to talk requires patience, consistency, and a positive approach. Here are some steps to follow:

1. Start with Simple Words

Begin with easy words like "hello," "hi," "bye," or their name.

Use a clear and consistent tone when speaking to them.

2. Speak Regularly and Repetitively

Repeat words daily so your parrot becomes familiar with them.

Use the words in different situations to help them understand context.

3. Use Positive Reinforcement

Reward your parrot with treats, head scratches, or praise when they attempt to speak.

Avoid scolding them if they don’t respond immediately.

4. Be Patient and Consistent

Some parrots take weeks or even months to start talking.

Keep training sessions short but regular for the best results.

5. Play Audio Recordings

Some parrots learn better by listening to repeated words from recordings.

Play recordings of simple phrases when you are not around to reinforce learning.

Why Do Some Green Parrots Not Talk?

Not all green parrots will talk, and several factors affect their ability to learn speech:

Species – Some species are naturally better talkers than others.

Age – Younger parrots learn more quickly than older ones.

Personality – Some parrots are more vocal, while others are quieter.

Training and Exposure – A parrot that is frequently spoken to will have a better chance of talking.

Bond with Owner – Parrots that feel comfortable with their owners are more likely to mimic their speech.

Conclusion

My cousin lives in San Diego and gives me great updates about her neighborhood’s bird community, usually the animosity between the charismatic crows and parrots.

She noticed that lately the crows are mobbing hawks relentlessly, almost as if they are on alert all day long, waiting to attack any hawk that might be around. But she’s noticed almost no interaction between parrots and hawks, and definitely no mobbing.

She asked me what the deal is with parrots, do they not mob at all, and if so why not?

I’ve never observed parrots mobbing birds of prey. All I could tell her was that I think mobbing is an innate behavior that is super fine-tuned in crows, mobbing has multiple functions including preventing depredation, and is an expense of energy so it must be worthwhile to crow survival. If parrots don’t mob it’s because they either aren’t victims of hawk depredation or have other behaviors to avoid depredation.

because i love making unsupported guesses I also offer these shots in the dark:

1) Crows not only mob for self-defense & defense of young, they also mob to control territory & food resources, hawks are carnivorous and so crows compete for food, another reason to mob that parrots don’t have because their diet is different.

2) Crows nest out in the open and might be more proactive with mobbing than parrots because crow eggs & hatchlings are so exposed, while the cavity nests of parrots keep nestlings hidden and easier to defend by just posting up at the cavity opening.

So today I had to leave, and I went to try and get Ichabod off of Gwen’s cage and back into his own. We do this every day, and he’s been really good about it recently. Our routine is: I lean down and start talking to Gwen, who comes running up to the bars in the front right hand corner. I give her little treats through the bars and pretend to ignore Ichabod. Ichabod then climbs around to the right side of the cage, and I offer him an almond, and he steps up for it. (This sounds really drawn out and annoying, but it’s actually not—it started out as sort of a ploy, but now it’s a routine and he knows what’s up. Most of the time I don’t even really have to talk to or treat Gwen, Ichabod comes right down. It’s only if he’s being a little hesitant because he wants to stay out longer that I have to pretend to ignore him, and even then he pretty quickly goes “oh shit I DO also want a treat!”)

Anyways, so today he was NOT having it. He kept coming to the FRONT of the cage, but wouldn’t come around to the right hand side. I talked to him calmly, gave him some scratches, and talked to/treated Gwen like crazy, but he just wouldn’t go over. I tried taking a break and letting him calm down for a few minutes before trying again. Still nothing. I tried to get him to step up from the front, but of course that’s not The Routine, plus he was agitated by that point, and he bit me.

So I’m getting frustrated and admittedly angry by this point. I’m on the verge of just giving up and toweling him. But I’m trying to stay calm, and I’m trying to think if I’m not being clear, if he’s confused for some reason and doesn’t know what I want. But we do this every day! Multiple times a day! He knows the drill. The only times he usually gets this resistant and agitated and mean are when he’s upset by something (like, the last time he bit the shit out of me was when my parents came over to pick me up because we were going out of town—I was running around, my suitcase was out, and my dad (a male! The enemy!!) had been in & out of my room). But this was a normal day, and I was asking normally!

And then I went oh, shit.

I had bought these two toys for them the other day, and had just put them there SPECIFICALLY so that they could see them and get used to them for a little bit before I actually hung them up, because all of my birds are big wusses and are fans of neither change nor toys. But they hadn’t reacted at all when I put them there (just completely ignored them), so I had completely forgotten about it.

But, of course, they are Weird and Scary things—RIGHT next to where I always ask Ichabod to step up.

I moved them away, and within about a minute Ichabod came down and stepped right up for his almond.

He yelled at me a few times because he was still Upset, but that’s okay.

It was definitely a learning moment for me, because I was getting upset and thinking he was being a brat, but that wasn’t it at all. He was ready to do what I wanted, he was just scared, and I had to adjust the environment to make him feel safe.