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2. Parrot training - Wikipedia

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   Parrot training, also called parrot teaching, is the application of training techniques to modify the behavior of household companion parrots. Training is used to deal with behavior problems such as biting and screaming, to train husbandry behaviors such as allowing claw trimming without restraint or accepting a parrot harness , and to teach ...

3. Jess (falconry) - Wikipedia

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   Their intent is more to prevent the risk of the bird deciding to chase something it shouldn't, and less to keep the bird from getting away, as falconry birds are routinely (and as part of the sport) set free—the bond between bird and falconer serves as a much better leash than any leather or rope ever will; however, it is not always desirable ...

4. Apollo (parrot) - Wikipedia

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   When a student (human or parrot) answers a question about an object correctly, they receive that object as a reward instead of a food reward, which is often used in other training techniques. Irene Pepperberg said the reward system is crucial, because it is the only way that students can make the direct connection between the object and the ...

5. Happy Pets stands up for parrots with new bird perches - AOL

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   Perches are akin to a parrot's soapbox. So before Polly's gonna tell you she wants that cracker, she's gotta have something (preferably taller than you) to stand on first. Happy Pets has stepped ...

6. Falconry training and technique - Wikipedia

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   Training raptors (birds of prey) is a complex undertaking. Books containing advice by experienced falconers are still rudimentary at best. Many important details vary between individual raptors, species of raptors and between places and times. The keeping and training of any raptor is strictly and tightly regulated by U.S. state and federal laws.

7. Popinjay (sport) - Wikipedia

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   Popinjay or papingo (an old word for parrot, designating a painted bird), also called pole archery, is a shooting sport that can be performed with either rifles or archery equipment. The object of popinjay is to knock artificial birds off their perches. The rifle form is a popular diversion in Denmark; a Scottish variant is also known.