Why is my conure opening its mouth and sighing? Is it normal?

Buddy may be yawning. Birds will do this close to bedtime or when relaxed. It is normal and no cause for concern. Regurgitation is also normal and is characterized by an up and down motion of the head as whole seed or food is brought up to share with a mate or owner. If the behavior persists, consider an exam with your veterinarian or an experienced avian veterinarian to diagnose illness or injury or to give a clean bill of health and peace of mind.

Yawning is common in birds. It can be due to being stressed or being tired. Some experts believe yawning is also done to move food around in the crop. Continue to monitor Prosha for any abnormal behavior. This can include lethargy, decreased appetite, sitting fluffed, loose droppings, or discharge from the nostrils or beak. See an experienced avian veterinarian for an exam if necessary.

Birds can sometimes do this motion to adjust their crop after eating, however if it is happening often, Warrior seems to be having trouble breathing, or there are other signs of illness (lethargic, not eating as much, listless, etc), a vet visit is best to rule out health issues.

Yawning or stretching the beak when perching could just be Zara attempting to relax, or even acting a little stressed from the handling. However if he is actively panting, appears in distress, or is acting this way even when not being handled, it may indicate an issue such as pain, illness, respiratory problems, etc which should be examined by a local avian vet.

Thanks for reaching out about Cheeya. Opening and closing the beak, stretching the tongue would suggest at least two things. First, having difficulty swallowing, as if something is obstructing the esophagus or crop, or she is nauseous and attempting to regurgitate. The second thing that comes to mind, is a respiratory obstruction, something caught int he trachea. Placing Cheeya in the bathroom with warm steam might help lubricate either and help. But if clinical signs get worse or don't improve, a visit to an avian veterinarian is recommended. Good luck.

It would be hard to say without more context. Baby birds can click their beaks together if they're begging mom or dad for food. They may also just open their mouths to yawn and stretch. If the mouth is staying open and they are panting, it can indicate stress or overheating. If the babies are otherwise acting healthy it may just be normal behavior, however if you see any signs of illness such as lethargy, puffed feathers, refusing to eat, etc, then having them looked at by a vet is best.

Thanks for reaching out about Coco. If he has been doing this for 3 years (since a baby), it is probably normal for him. But would not consider it normal. Open mouth breathing is often an indication of a respiratory problem, whether infection, organ enlargement (liver, spleen), or other concern. If persists or worsens, a veterinary visit is recommended. Good luck.