Egg binding refers to a common and potentially serious condition where a female bird is unable to pass an egg that may be stuck near the cloaca, or further inside the reproductive tract. Even though egg binding can occur in any female bird, it is most common in smaller birds such as lovebirds, cockatiels, budgies … Read more
When psittacines and other birds were brought to European and North American countries from Africa, Asia, South America and Australia during the bird craze of the 1970’s and 1980’s, few people considered the diseases these birds might bring with them. People’s demand for these birds fueled an industry which supplied them. The diverse species of … Read more
Fungal & Yeast Infections are usually associated with seed, corn cobs, old food, humid areas, air conditioners, blow heaters, and wet cages.
Sarcocystosis is a disease that affects psittacines, primarily those of Australian, Asian and African origin. It is caused by a protozoan parasite (Sarcocystis falcatula) which is introduced into the aviary by opossums (Didelphis virginiana).
Related Web Resources: Symptoms and Potential Causes … Bird Species and Diseases They are Most Susceptible to … Avian Pain Assessment & Management Emergency treatment for the ill bird at home The following instructions refer to emergency treatment to be given at home, prior to hospitalization. Veterinary attention should be sought as soon as possible to … Read more
Infectious Bronchitis Virus (IBV) is a clinically acute, highly contagious viral disease affecting chickens of all ages. IBV has an incubation period of only 24 to 72 hours.
Bird Weight is the Primary Indicator of Good Bird Health or Disease.Diseases / health problems associated with either weight gain or weight loss in pet birds. Average Weights of Amazon Parrots … Cockatoos … Conures … Macaws For all others, please scroll down Parrots In Avicultureby Rosemary Low – Additional Data added by Avianweb TYPE … Read more
Gout or Renal Disorder is the deposition of uric acid crystals (urate deposits) on body organs (visceral gout), in joints (articular gout) or in the ureters (renal constipation).
Relevant Web Resources Important things to consider: How old is the chick Hatchlings require feedings every 10 to 15 minutes and need specialized care and as they lose body temperature quickly, they need to be kept warm. Don’t feed the chick a diet of human baby foods, hamburger meat, tuna, bird seed, milk, hard boiled … Read more
Escherichia Coli (E-coli) Coliform infections occur regularly in captive as well as wild birds, and can be either gastro-intestinal or respiratory in nature. While E. coli is a normal part of the gut flora in many birds, it can become pathogenic at times of stress. Symptoms: unwillingness to eat, loss of body condition and severe … Read more