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Why is my young budgie humping my hand? Is this normal behavior?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered

My baby budgie just humped my hand he's only like 3 months old none of my budgies have ever done this is it normal what did I do

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on February 12th, 2018

It isn't common, but it can happen. If it happens again, ignore the behavior or gently distract him with a toy or piece of food. Avoid petting or scratching his back or under the wings and do not "beak wrestle" with him. These are all courting behaviors.

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