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My ringneck parrot isn't drinking much water. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female | unspayed

I have a ring neck parrot it is only drinking a little water how can I make sure it drinks enough water

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on March 3rd, 2018

I have yet seen a bird developing any health issues due to not drinking enough water when water is available, you have nothing to worry about, birds know how to regulate their body fluids and do not need external encouragement to drink more.

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