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Why is my bird vomiting seeds and has grey stuff in its feathers?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male | unneutered | 0 lbs

Hi. My Latino cocktail has some weird grey particles stuck in its fur and is vomiting full seeds. What is wrong with iy

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Answered By Ady Y. Gancz, DVM, ABVP (Avian), ECZM

Veterinarian, Board-certified avian specialist

Published on January 18th, 2018

Hi and thank you for your question. Difficult to say what the particles are, but if he is vomiting then you need to take Jewel to a vet ASAP. It could be that he has ingested toxic material (e.g. metal) or he might have an infection of the digestive system. Many other options as well. Regards

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