Why Do Birds Pluck Their Feathers?
Why Do Birds Pluck Their Feathers?Answer: Birds pluck their feathers for several reasons. In the wild, they use plucked feathers to line their nests during breeding season. Many bird feathers also come out as a bird performs its normal preening and grooming routine. In captivity, however, a plucking bird can be a sign of veterinary or environmental problems. If you suspect that your bird has been plucking its feathers, the best advice is to get your bird to an avian vet as quickly as possible. If the vet determines your bird to be free of PBFD or other medical problems, then your bird’s plucking is most likely due to an environmental issue. Birds that are stressed will pluck as a means of pacifying themselves, and sometimes out of boredom or lack of
