What sickness can budgies get?

DISEASES TARGETED

• Canker – very resistant to majority of drugs now.
• Coccidiosis.
• Psittacosis – less common in budgies than other parrot species.
• Worms – especially roundworm and threadworm/hairworm.
• Avian Gastric Fungus/Megabacteria – can lie dormant in carrier birds.
• Scaly face mite (Cnemidocoptes sp.)

How do I know if my budgie is dying?

Tail bobbing while breathing. Sudden behavior changes including biting or screaming. Decrease in activity level. Voice change.

Do budgies get sick easily?

By the time the signs are obvious enough for you to notice, your bird may be extremely ill. Budgies tend to go downhill very quickly. Consider any sign of illness to be a medical emergency.

How long can a sick budgie live?

Sick budgies can live between 1 to 3 days depending on their illness. If your budgie seems sick, they should see your vet. They can start your budgie on medication and other treatments to help them recover. Some birds can recover from their illness and go on to live a long and happy life.

How can I help my sick bird?

Nursing Care for Sick Pet Birds

1. Give all medications as directed.
2. Keep your pet bird warm.
3. Do not change your bird’s sleep cycle.
4. Make sure your bird eats and drinks.
5. Avoid stress.
6. Separate sick birds.
7. Notify your personal physician if you become ill.
8. Notify your veterinarian if your bird’s condition worsens.

How do birds act when they are sick?

The typical signs of a sick bird are often referred to as the ‘sick bird look’ or SBL. This is typically a bird that is quiet, eyes closed and feathers fluffed up. When a bird is in this condition, it means they have lost the ability to pretend they are well, and are now very ill.

What are the signs of a sick bird?

Some sick bird symptoms

• Puffed-up feathers.
• Tail-bobbing when breathing.
• Not eating their favorite food.
• Half-closed or closed eye(s) for much of the time.
• Sleeping excessively.
• Bad posture when at rest.
• Discharge/wetness around the nose.