This post will be the first in a series on the behaviors of Mustache parakeets (or at least on those displayed by Cocoa Bean). 

     I am working on videos that display his vocalizations and his movements. Until then, I will be posting photos of his stiller-behaviors. 

     This is a photo of Cocoa Bean sleeping in what I would call the "typical" position ("typical" because it seems that this form is what is most commonly pictured for a sleeping bird). His beak is tucked back under his wing, and though it's impossible to tell in this photo, he has one foot tucked up close to his body. 

     Often, when snoozing on my shoulder or taking short naps, Cocoa Bean will just bow his head, close his eyes, and fall asleep. He sometimes won't even put one foot up (I think as a conscious choice to keep his stability). 

     Side note: please excuse the state of Cocoa Bean's perch. This photo was taken before his cage was cleaned. Furthermore, it is exceedingly hard to get a photo of this bird asleep - he is such a light sleeper!