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My lorikeet acts wild after being lost. How do I re-tame her?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Lory | Male | 0 lbs

Hello, I have a question please. I have had a lorikeet bird for a year. I tamed her really well and she really loved me and bonded with me all the time. One day she managed to escape from the cage and I kept searching for her for a week a never found her. After 6 months of being lost I found her again in my home garden and I was extremely happy!! I took her in but then I realized that she really changed in behavior, when I try to approach her she moves away from me or gets aggressive is it norml

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Answered By Debi Matlack

Veterinary Technician

Published on February 27th, 2021

Your bird was on her own for six months, it's normal that she has essentially gone wild. It will take time and patience, but if you tamed her once, you can do it again. I do recommend getting her seen by your vet to assess her health and make sure she's okay.

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