Common Diseases / Conditions of the Eclectus Parrot
Eclectus Information (Personality, Care, Diet) ... Eclectus Species & Side-by-side Comparisons ... Talking Ability (compared to other species)
Eclectus Foods ... Cages / Aviaries ... Recommended Books
Respiratory Signs, Chronic Depression, Weightloss: Aspergillosis (fungal disease), bacterial infections / pneumonia, nutritional deficiencies (Hypovitaminosis A), inhaled toxins. ... Sarcocystosis
Bad Feather / Beak Condition; Missing and Misshapen Feathers: Beak and Feather Disease (PBFD). A deadly, highly contagious (air-borne disease). Only supportive treatment available. No cure.
Annular Toe Deformities / Chick Deformities
"Toe-Tapping" in Eclectus Parrots
Liver Problems - due to nutritional deficiencies. Due to their longer digestive tract, eclectuses require fresh fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. If this need is ignored, health problems are commonly seen.
They are susceptible to: Polyoma ... Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease, PBFD, Beak & Feather ... Sarcocystosis
Remember: All diseases associated with the listed symptoms are only SUGGESTED. There could be many other diseases causing those symptoms! Consult an avian vet.
Additional Resources: Natural Antibiotics / Strengthening Your Immunesystem Naturally ... General Avian Health References ... Article: Why is Lactobacillus so important to your bird's health?
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