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Birds may try to climb your face for several natural and instinctive reasons.
Climbing is a common form of exploration for birds, especially since many species are used to navigating trees and branches in the wild.
They are curious about textures and may be drawn to facial features like hair, glasses, or eyelashes.
Climbing can also be a sign of bonding or hormonal behavior. Birds might attempt to feed you or preen parts of your face, such as your eyebrows or beard, as a way of expressing affection or viewing you as a flock mate or potential partner.
Additionally, some birds seek out the warmth and comfort of your breath or the security of being close to someone they trust.
While this behavior can seem endearing, it is important to redirect it for safety and behavioral reasons.
Climbing on your face can increase the risk of bites or scratches, expose birds to harmful bacteria from your mouth, and make it harder for both of you to read body language cues.
It may also reinforce dominance related behavior.
To prevent this, experts recommend not allowing access to your face and instead encouraging birds to engage in safer, more enriching activities.
Providing designated play areas like perches or play gyms and reinforcing their use with treats or toys helps establish healthy boundaries while still meeting your bird’s need for interaction and stimulation.
Chewy editorial team shares 4 common reasons behind why your bird may be showing this unique behavior, helping you better understand their instincts and emotions. With gentle guidance and care, these insights can deepen the special connection you share with your feathered friend, making your bond even more meaningful.
