Why is my parakeet clicking its tongue? Is it a sign of illness?

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I taught my parakeet how to click his tounge, he is really good at it! but i learned that your parakeet clicks his tounge when they are sick, so how do i know if he is doing it because he doesn't feel good? Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Male | 0.0875 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

I have not heard of birds clicking their tongues when they are sick. Birds are more likely to show other symptoms when sick like: fluffing up their feathers, staying at the bottom of the cage, shaking, sleeping a lot, not eating or drinking normally, abnormal stools, etc. I would not worry about tongue clicking as a sign of illness. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Why is my parakeet clicking its tongue? Is it a sign of illness?

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