My budgie's personality suddenly changed. Why is he terrified?

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Banana is a lutino budgie. His personality did a total 360. He went from a chill cuddly birdy to one that is terrified of everyone and everything. Nothing has changed in his enviorment. I have no idea whats wrong. I don't know how old he is. Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | 10 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

A sudden behavioral change can sometimes indicate a health issue that is underlying, so a good first step is always to schedule a vet checkup and rule out any health issues. If Banana checks out healthy, looking to things that could have changed (new neighbor with a loud car? New pet? People in the house visiting) may help you clue into why he is having a behavioral change. Adding in some toys that can distract him or that he can snuggle with may help, as well as offering a treat every time you interact to help him relax. In some cases, sexual maturity may cause behavioral changes (though this usually involves lashing out rather than hiding/being fearful.) Lowering the amount of protein in his diet and decreasing daylight hours may however help if the change is hormonal related.

My budgie's personality suddenly changed. Why is he terrified?

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