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Hahn's macaw won't stop screaming at 6 AM

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GTA_BirdDad
GTA_BirdDadOPJul 27, 2026
117 posts Β· since Jul 2026

Every single noon, my lineolated parakeet goes absolutely nuts screaming. I live in a condo in Hamilton and my neighbours are starting to complain. Any advice on reducing the volume without punishing them?

SunnyDayBirds
SunnyDayBirdsJul 27, 2026
120 posts Β· since Jul 2026

So what I ended up doing was target training first, then building up to step-up. Within a few days there was a noticeable improvement. Definitely worth trying.

TielTamer
TielTamerJul 27, 2026
98 posts Β· since Jul 2026

So what I ended up doing was adding foraging opportunities to at least 3 different spots in the cage. Within a few days there was a noticeable improvement. Definitely worth trying.

ToocanStan
ToocanStanJul 27, 2026
128 posts Β· since Jul 2026

This made my day honestly. caique owners are the best people. We're all just trying our best for our feathered kids.

BudgieBootcamp
BudgieBootcampJul 27, 2026
116 posts Β· since Jul 2026

Following up on my earlier comment β€” I tried what you suggested and it actually worked! My Indian Ringneck is doing so much better. Thank you!

NewBirdParent
NewBirdParentJul 27, 2026
111 posts Β· since Jul 2026

I showed this post to my bird and they looked at me with zero remorse. They know what they're doing.

AvianVetTech
AvianVetTechJul 27, 2026
76 posts Β· since Jul 2026

Have you noticed any other changes? When my cockatiel did this they were also refusing favorite foods.

GTA_BirdDad
GTA_BirdDadJul 27, 2026
117 posts Β· since Jul 2026

Totally agree with this! My blue and gold macaw is exactly the same way.

Ivan_416
Ivan_416Jul 27, 2026
78 posts Β· since Jul 2026

I'd suggest trying putting a bird lamp on a 12/12 timer to simulate natural daylight cycles. My avian vet recommended it and it made a huge difference.

BirdsOfMississauga
BirdsOfMississaugaJul 27, 2026
111 posts Β· since Jul 2026

There's a great bird supply store in Richmond Hill that carries exactly what you need. I go there all the time.

PollyWantsACracker
PollyWantsACrackerJul 27, 2026
60 posts Β· since Jul 2026

Been thinking about this thread all week. I've tried a few of the suggestions and playing music during the day β€” my bird loves calm acoustic guitar was the game changer for us.

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