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My pet parrot is bleeding! What's the first thing I should do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Parrot | Male | unneutered | 0.5 lbs

How to stop bleeding in a parrot?

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on November 6th, 2018

Minor bleeding can be stopped with gentle pressure and a styptic powder or even a dab plain corn starch. The image provided may show infection, so Tuki Tuki should (ideally) be examined by your veterinarian or an experienced avian veterinarian. He may need antibiotics.

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