Feather plucking after loss of an owner

[miloslave]

Good afternoon. My sister suddenly passed away on the 21st of September. I have inherited her African Gray (Charlie) and Moustache Parakeet (Milo) and she has left me here log in details for this forum in an instruction manual, saying I should ask any questions I might have here, hence I am posting on her profile.
I have never owned birds before and even though her instruction manual is quite comprehensive, there is still so many questions.
For now I need some help with the following please.
Both birds are very familiar with me as I have looked after them numerous times over weekends and holidays. The African Grey however is plucking the feathers on his chest and I am assuming that he is grieving the loss of his mom and also feeling our emotions. How do I help him to stop plucking and also help his grieving process. I bought him new toys, I make sure that he is out of the cage as much as possible and play cartoons on the tv when I am not around to keep them company. Not sure what else I can do from my side. Would really appreciate if you can give some advise.

Regards
New bird mom

 

[GaleriaGila]

My heart breaks for your loss, and the bird's... plucking is the scourge of caged parrots... fortunately, it usually isn't dangerous if the skin isn't broken.
Here's a thread that people here liked.
Also, guess I'd review diet routine and toys... try to d what your sister did, same bedtime, etc....
Stick with us. Many here face this problem, and just love their birds as is.. My 40 year old conure began plucking a bit f his neckline the last year or two. I know, it's hard.