In what context is a bird most likely to "feak"?

Feaking is a behavior observed in birds of prey, particularly in relation to their grooming habits. When birds feak, they use their beaks to clean their feathers, often by rubbing them against a perch or other surfaces. The context in which a bird is most likely to feak is just after a meal. After eating, especially if the food is messy or leaves remnants on their feathers, a bird will typically clean itself to maintain its plumage in good condition for flight and insulation. This grooming behavior is essential to remove any food particles and to keep the feathers in optimal condition, which is crucial for a bird's health and flying ability.

Other contexts, while they might occasionally prompt feaking (like after a bath), are less common. Bathing usually leads to a different kind of grooming where birds might shake off excess water, but the specific action of feaking is closely associated with feeding and the need to tidy up following consumption.