She gave him an understanding smile. "If you need purchase put your hand on the back of their necks, in the center. Most animals are given extra skin there because it's where their mothers pick them up." Her voice was gentle as she explains, making sure to indicate the parts of the bird she was talking about.

"Then swing your leg over but not too hard." As much fun as it would be, she doesn't want to see the hero go right over the chocobo and to the ground.

Zelda was lucky that these birds were so close to the loftwings from home. Though, she doesn't know about the wings of these birds. It doesn't appear that they are big enough to fly. It looked as if their wings would help with jumping and maneuverability. Which means that their wings are essential to their survival. "Be careful not to damage their wings."