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My cockatiel's tail feathers are broken or stuck. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Cockatiel | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 18 days old

What happens if my cockatiel plugged 2 big tail feathers

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on February 3rd, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Rio. Not sure what you mean by "plugged tail feathers". Are these fractured feathers at the base, or obstructed feather follicles call feather cysts. Feather cysts need to be seen by a veterinarian. Broken feathers should be left alone, and most of the times, the bird will work them out, as long as they are not bleeding. Good luck.

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