Why is your bird plucking its feathers?

Feather plucking is a common behavior in birds that are experiencing increased stress or boredom.

It is an unhealthy habit adopted by birds to alleviate their symptoms.

Feather plucking can be considered normal in some cases, but it can also be a worrisome behavior.

Bird keepers can find feather plucking frustrating as it may indicate an underlying issue.

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Feather healing takes a long time, and the bird’s appearance may be altered as the new feathers are more vulnerable.

Feather plucking or chewing is not normal and should be addressed before it worsens.

If the root cause is not resolved, feather plucking can become a lifelong problem.

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CAUSES OF FEATHER PLUCKING

Birds have a limited ability to tolerate pain, and they may resort to feather plucking in the area where they experience pain.

Birds that are fed a low-quality diet are at risk of developing various health issues and vitamin deficiencies.

Their skin can become itchy and unhealthy, and their feathers may become brittle, leading to easier feather loss.

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It is often also caused by boredom, loneliness, or a desire for attention.

When social birds, which require companionship with their own species, are kept alone, they can develop this behavior.

Similarly, parrots that feel lonely and bored due to insufficient human interaction or lack of stimulating toys may also exhibit this issue.

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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence