Yep. I have no idea how they manage to cling to the cage wires all night, but one thing I’ve noticed is that they will usually “walk” to the perch from there.
Speaking of which, the vet said Beaker’s grip was weak but that was probably from her being so stressed, and trying to get up, for so many hours. As I checked her before we left, I could see that she had finally fallen asleep, but even then, she was still struggling, poor little floof.
Man. That sure was a scare!
I seem to remember that a bird’s talons are designed to relax with a tight grip, that the bird actually has to use muscles to let go. I could be mis-remembering and confusing something I learned about wives.
(ducking and covering)