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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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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Published on February 19th, 2020
Unfortunately, with general symptoms like that it would be hard to say what exactly is going on other than "yes he sounds ill". I would have Cohen checked out by a vet in person that could run some tests and physically examine him to see why he's having these symptoms. Infections, crop issues, organ dysfunctions, underlying illnesses, etc can all be possible causes as to why he is having trouble. Until you can get to your vet, keeping him in a warm hospital cage with low perches and easy access to food and water may make things easier and more comfortable.
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