My cockatiel is aggressive and bites after mate died. How to help?

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I have a problem with my pet parrot(cockatiel).5 months ago one of 2 birds died. And the bird has gotten really agressive. Before that death, I could scratch it and overall he was comfortable with me, but right now it attacks me,always tries to bite me (which he never did before) and guards one specific place in the room. Really rarely accepts my touch. What has happened ? How can I help him ? I'm pretty sure the bird is male. He mated with a female bird, but he rarely whistles. Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Losing a mate or part of the flock can be traumatic. Try to gradually reacclimate him to you. Begin by simply sitting by his cage for ever increasing periods of time. Speak softly and move slowly around him. End each visit with a small treat. Once he is fine with that, place your hand in the cage for ever increasing periods of time. He may squawk and flap and move away at first. That's fine. Do not attempt to touch or pet him. Once he settles down, you can coax him closer to you using treats. It will take time and patience, but eventually you should be able to win him over and get him to per h on your finger.

My cockatiel is aggressive and bites after mate died. How to help?

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