08-03-2018, 10:10 PM
BODY LANGUAGE/MISC
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-- Cautiousness or curiosity is displayed by an outstretched neck and a straight erect crest.
-- When upset or aggressive, the crest will lay down straight flat. This aggression may even be punctuated by a peeled back maw or snapping jaws, displaying of fangs.
-- Happiness is often displayed with a relax, laid back crest. not exactly flat, and not exactly pointed upwards either.
-- When content, a raptor may also stick its crest upward, and it can often be confused with aggression or anger to the untrained onlooker. The noticeable difference between the two moods will be the change in demeanor, whether there is tense body language or a threatening display of teeth.
-- "Chattering" can either be very soft or loud. soft chatter can be a sign of contentment. Loud chatter can be an attention-getter.
-- A purr can be a sign of contentment for a raptor, or a sign of annoyance. when purring, the creature's environment and other body language should be taken into consideration to determine what the raptor is expressing.
-- Tongue clicking is another call to attention or an attempt to get whoever their vocalizations are directed at to pay attention to them.
-- Growling is aggressive vocalization and displays anger.
-- Raptors are feathered and molt during certain times. If a raptor molts outside of this schedule, it may indicate illness, injury or lack of excitement.
-- Ruffling wings may indicate an attempt to remove dirt or dust from a raptor's feathers during the preening process. Ruffling feathers can also be seen as a way to relieve tension from the body.
-- Tail wagging indicates excitement and a way of greeting towards familiar faces.
-- Tail bobbing accompanied by rapid breathing is a raptor's way of catching their breath or displaying strenuous exercise.
-- Tail fanning. Fanning the tail feathers often accompanies other behaviors in a show of aggression or anger. spreading out the tail feathers is a show that displays the raptor's strength and vitality.
-- Raptors may tap or rapidly stomp their feet as a display of dominance.
-- Clicking one's jaws together can mean several things. it can either be a sign of greeting or acknowledgement. rapid clicking several times in one succession can also mean that they are giving a warning and that the other should back off.
-- Raptors will bite for several reasons so it is important to observe other behaviors and the raptor's immediate environment to determine the reason behind it. defending territory, being fearful, or being angry can all cause a raptor to bite. an open jaw combined with a crouching position and hissing is a definite indication that the raptor is prepared to bite.