Why is my Senegal parrot plucking feathers? Could it be travel stress?

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My Senegal that I have had for 21yrs has started plucking herself, she is in a big cage by the window in the kitchen, I took her to our caravan in the car, would this cause her stress as she seamed to enjoy outside when it was warm. Thanks Sue. Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female | unspayed | 17 years and 6 months old

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

That could be stress related (change in the environment, temperature, poor stimuli, lack of toys) or related to a skin infection (bacterial or mites usually). Nutritional imbalances and other metabolic disorders can cause that as well. More sinister causes are possible as well. A check up to rule out skin infection would be ideal. If that is negative I would recommend to move Tinsel in the old position, supplement her diet with omega fatty acids, and enrich her environment with toys. Please complete your question describing the problem to receive a specific answer from us.

Why is my Senegal parrot plucking feathers? Could it be travel stress?

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