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Why are my budgie's droppings green and moist, and she's less active?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

My budgies droppings are starting to look different and she's not playing as often along with doing nothing but eating. Her dropping are green and really moist now. What can I do?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on July 19th, 2018

Looser stools can be caused by a number of things. If you've recently given Sky a bunch of snacks (such as fruits and veggies) or changed her diet, this can cause temporary stool color changes or moist stool. Removing any extra treats and letting her adjust to her new diet for a few days may help. If she has differently colored pellets in her food, this may also cause color changes to the stool as well. Other causes can include parasites, GI upset, illness, nutritional issues, metabolic issues, etc. If she didn't have a diet change or any snacks, or is showing other signs of illness in addition to the loose stool/color change (you mentioned she is less active), then having her examined by a vet is best. They can treat her for parasites and help rule out any more serious underlying conditions that may require treatment.

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