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Why is my senior parrot suddenly quiet, sleeping, and hiding?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

my Senegal parrot who is 16 years old and practically bald, last 2 days all he wants to do is sleep or hide, he is still eating but he seems very quiet

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on December 3rd, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I think if this continues to be an issue, he should be evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Decreased energy is a very non-specific sign that can be linked to a variety of conditions so it is not possible to know exactly what is going on without an examination and likely diagnostics. Best of luck!

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