How to tame a Parrot in Minecraft

❘ Published: 2023-07-05T14:00:00

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There are a lot of pets you can obtain in Minecraft, and if you’re after a flying companion in particular then a Parrot is a great option, here’s exactly how you can tame a parrot in the game.

With a pet by your side in Minecraft, your time in the game can be even more enjoyable. Whether you want a furry friend for companionship or protection it’s great to have them join you on your adventure through Mojang’s sandbox world.

There’s quite a variety of pets available in Minecraft, and parrots are a popular choice, but it’s not immediately obvious how to tame one, so this guide will tell you everything you need to know about how to get one. Without further ado, here’s how to tame a parrot in Minecraft.

The first part of the Caves & Cliffs update introduced a lot of content for Minecraft.

Where to find Parrots in Minecraft

Before we dive into the process of how to tame parrots in Minecraft, it’s best to know what biomes players will be able to find these lovely animals in. It’s important to note, that not all animals will spawn in the same location, and there are multiple biomes for players to explore.

One of the caveats in regards to parrots is that they’re extremely rare to find across the Minecraft map, so much so, that you’ll probably need to spawn into multiple servers until you find one.

Below is a quick overview of the spawn rates of Parrots within Minecraft, along with the biome they’ll spawn in.

Jungle
- 0.2% chance

Parrots only spawn within the Jungle and have less than a 1% chance to appear within the game, so best of luck finding one.

How to tame Parrots in Minecraft

Parrots are easily tamable once you are able to find one.

If you’re looking to have a parrot by your side within Minecraft you’ll need to tame one after you’ve found it. To do this, simply follow the steps below and it will be by your side in no time:

Make sure you’ve got some seeds in your inventory, either Pumpkin, Melon, Wheat, or Beetroot will work.
Equip the seed of your choice and approach the parrot
Right-click on the Parrot and feed the seeds to it
Look for the heart, hinting that you’ve successfully tamed it.

You may have to try and tame a Parrot multiple times, as there’s only a 33% chance you’ll be successful in this process. So, keep trying until the Parrot is friendly toward you, and once it is, it will make for a wonderful partner.

That’s everything you need to know about how to tame a parrot in Minecraft. For more content on the game, check out our guides below: