Is my baby Quaker parrot sick? Falling, not eating, small stools.

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I just got an 8 week old baby Quaker parrot and a 16 week old green cheek yesterday. I'm used to cockatiel and green cheek conure behavior since I've raised them for years. The baby Quaker seems to not know what to do with his tail, like it's always in the way, making him accidentally fall. His appetite isn't as much as the other birds and likes to rest. His stool seems small as well. Is this behavior normal for a quaker? Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | 2 months and 15 days old

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Balance issues and falling off the perch are not normal behaviors, so if your Quaker is having trouble staying perched, is acting confused, or is unable to eat or drink properly I would seek veterinary care ASAP. Underlying issues such as muscular or neurologic disease, illnesses, infections, nutrient deficiencies, etc can all cause problems like this to happen, so ruling them out is best. Make sure to keep offering him a balanced diet, and if you suspect illness, keep him warm and separated from other birds until you can seek veterinary care.

Is my baby Quaker parrot sick? Falling, not eating, small stools.

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