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Parrot Masturbation
Parrot masturbation is natural, normal, and usually healthy. That hormonally activated behavior is exhibited both in the wild and in captivity. Typically, it is best that bird caregivers neither encourage nor discourage it. At all times, it should be accepted and respected for what it is.

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