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Should I worry about my cockatiel's flaky beak and orange nostrils?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Cockatiel | Female | unspayed | 1 year old | 1lb

My cockatiel just turned one today and I noticed her beak is flake and her nostrils are a bright orange color, is this some ting to be worried about?

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Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on March 20th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Topaz. Happy Birthday. Flaking of the beak is usually a sign of normal wear and tear. Bright orange nostrils are unusual but could this be food residues? Any breathing difficulty or significant sneezing should be investigated by a veterinarian. Good luck.

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