Umbrella Cockatoo Dancing

This is Chewy, my Umbrella Cockatoo. He is doing an unusual "dance" to the sound of one of my dogs scratching themselves on the hardwood floor. He looks sort of tribal... Either that or like he's doing his best "Stay-Puffed Marshmallow Man" immitation!

NEW EDIT: In response to the MANY of you that insist on repeatedly saying "he's not dancing" I would just like to say that while I DO realize that he isn't "dancing" here I do maintain that Chewy does often do this sort of thing for no obvious reason. I'm sure that many Cockatoos do this as a teratorial display or if scared but Chewy does seem to do this sort of thing with no outside stimulation with the exception of music or other non-threatening entertainment. Chewy tends to be a real ham for the camera (see my other videos) and he is very used to the dogs. I reiterate, he may not be "dancing" but it's cute to personify him and describe it as such for the purposes of an unimportant noneducational video.

PLEASE read below:

I would DEFINITELY recommend doing a LOT of research before looking into a parrot as a pet. Chewy might look cute and cuddly but parrots can potentially be very dangerous. Even more so with children around. Even cute cuddly sweet Chewy has taken a few nips at me from time to time.. and with a beak as big as his that could do a LOT of damage to an unsuspecting finger! Expenses are also something to keep in mind... while it might not seem like a lot at first the expense of a parrot is by far worse over time than up front. A parrot needs play stands as well as as large a cage as you can provide for it. For a bird as large as Chewy the cage can cost upwards of $500-$800 dollars and a playstand usually will run at around $100-$300. Also they require fresh veggies and fruits daily.. as well as a pelleted diet (seeds are NOT good for birds!). Depending on the size of the parrot their toys need to be replaced very regularly. They're extremely intelligent creatures and therefore they need a LOT of mental stimulation. Toys are a great way to provide that for them. Parrots like to chew apart their toys so unfortunately that is a never ending expense. A monthly toy budget can be upwards of $60-$100 a month for a single large parrot. While all of this might sound a bit extreme I assure you it's needed. Parrots who are under stimulated or not cared for properly can become aggressive, territorial, EXTREMELY loud, or even begin to self mutilate. PLEASE consider all of this before stepping into the lifetime commitment of owning a parrot.

There's a great forum that I am a member of that has A LOT of very experienced parrot owners. They're always so helpful and a real joy to talk with. If you have any more questions feel free to go there and ask away!

www.theperch.net

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[themntornado]

I have had a U2 for 16 years now. When he does this behavior, it's a warning to back off. They do this to tell someone they consider a threat that they are a bigger threat. Our bird will even hiss like a snake if he doesn't like someone.

[zhria0828]

That bird is not dancing that is the " Im pissed and Im gonna strut to intimidate you" dance.... probably harmless if he/she is gentle natured but still... My U2 does that if she is near a water spray bottle or that vacume lol

[DGtoDAkoNG]

@Dcaffery8020 i honestly wouldnt buy them from a chain pet store being that they are usually not well socialized and will have many behavioral problems when they grow up i would buy one from a reputable breeder or non chain pet store

[Dcaffery8020]

Do you still have your bird. I am looking at purchasing two from petland in Athens Ga....

[abitscinny]

Aww such a shame you are re-homing your cockatoo. I would never be able to give up my little lady. I wouldnt trust anyone to be patient with her.

[Peacebeuponyou4ever]

LOL they are so adorable when they do this.. @ the poster of this video: It is true that they sometimes get puffy and sway side to side for no apparent reason, He doesn't seem upset and was just feeling the rythm of the dog scratching itself LOL. Kudos to You for telling people how Cockatoos are ALOT of work and a HUGE responsibility not to be taken lightly. It's like having a child with special needs that NEVER grows up!!.

[akmceuen]

i wish i can have him but i already have one of my own and im 13

[aleiiix1]

muy bonita

[relii100]

i would love to have him but i live in israel

[JoyTheCockatoo]

@themntornado Same with mine! But mine really dances lol