Why are my parrot feathers like this?

[SailBoat]

The Parrot in question is more likely suffer from the effect of over-preening. Yes, many of the recommendations are very good and should be considered. But this Parrot getting regular showers will help greatly. In addition, over-preening can result from general boredom.

The sad reality of the discussion regarding "Sunlight" is the limited understanding of how a Parrot receives and uses UV light, whether provided by the Sun or artificial source.
- Parrots can only receive 'knowledge' that it is receiving UV light by their eyes seeing it as they have NO receptors, other than those very few in their eyes.
- Clear, non-tinted, window glass can 'limit' the volume of UV wave length light, it cannot fully block it. As a result, a Parrot will understand that it is in UV lighting.
- Although reptile DNA is highly likely part of Parrots DNA. Parrots do not need and should not be provided direct exposure to artificial UV wave length lighting, especially not within close proximity to the Parrot as it can result in blindness. The standard LED 'day-light series' at 60 watts bulb within the same room as a Parrot will provide the awareness

 

[Macawdamia Nut]

Given how this affects virtually every feather, I would visit the avian vet sooner rather than later. I have never seen anything like this. This is not a matter of not bathing the bird enough or not getting enough sunlight IMO. I suspect something more serious is going on. Let a qualified avian vet advise you. You owe it to your bird to get a professional diagnosis.

 

[Hasti]

Tell us more about you your bird. What kind of parrot? How old? How long have you had him? Diet? Behavior? Last time he melted? Any other birds? The more information the better we can help.

Green-cheeked parakeet. My parrot is 2 years and 6 months old, and about two months ago, his feathers became like this. He did the same thing last year. He has no placenta and is male

 

[wrench13]

RIght - the question is best answered by a Certified Avian Vet - NOT a dog/cat vet, who lack the proper training to diagnose and treat birds.

 

[Hasti]

Lack of Vitamin A and D are the most common causes for poor feather health. Make sure he's eating a variety of fresh vegetables daily and spending regular time in the sun (I understand that you might not be able to take him outside, but try to do it if the opportunity arises).

Yes, my parrot eats pellets, fruits and vegetables every day, but his vet also prescribed multivitamins, but he still hasn't recovered.

 

[Hasti]

I am guessing here, but reading around, I think some type of feather eating mite, check out the link below. Even though its chickens being discussed the damage looks similar. In any case a trip to your Certified Avian Vet is in order here. I would not trust this to a regular dog/cat vet.

Feathers Being Eaten - Mite?

Hi everyone, I'm at my wits end with this problem which has now spread to a number of birds. Basically something is eating away the feathers in dead-straight lines just as if you've taken a pair of scissors and cut a chunk out. Some feathers are worse than others but its now visible from a...

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Yes, I need to see a bird specialist

 

[Hasti]

Yes, I know, but the weather in my country is very cold now

YEs a lack of Sun ..Open curtains and let Sun come in...Try to let your baby get sun and make sure you do not leave cage where bird might get over heated and bath at least every 2-3 weeks...Or Spray your Birthday with Spring Water in a Spray Bottle...I would warm the water and see how He reacts ...My Neighbor has a bird that looks like that ..She puts Him in the shower with Her ...Please no soap .. Plain water