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My parrot is lethargic, not eating, and can't perch. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

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

I have a pet parrot(green) in lko. He is wd us for abt 16yrs n I dnt knw his actual age. He was very active bt since 3-4days he has bcm lethargic.. He is very tired.. Hardly eats anything.. Difficulty in perching... Kps on sleeping and doesnt respond. He s unable to move in d cage as well. Im very much worried... Wt s d cause n possible remedy? Plz advice...

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on March 27th, 2018

Unfortunately, those are all very vague symptoms of illness that can be caused by any number of things including infections, diseases, parasites, malnutrition, etc. It would be best to bring Mitthu to your local vet for a complete exam to try and find out what is wrong. They may suggest additional tests such as bloodwork or an X-ray to help find the problem. In the meantime, keeping him in a warm hospital cage that is separated from any other birds and with easy access to food and water in shallow dishes with low perches may help some until he can be seen by a vet.

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